I thought this year would be different
but no, I should have known
While half the world is celebrating
once again, I’m on my own
Christmas is meant to bring joy
but for me, it’s another sad day
I know it is for some others, too
I wish it would all go away
It’s just like any other day;
there are no presents there for me
Couldn’t put the decorations up
Couldn’t manage a tree
I don’t want silver and gold
tied up with a ribbon and bow
I don’t need the fancy gift wrap;
that’s not how I want it to go
My family around the table;
that’s all I asked for this year
My son was coming on Christmas Day
but now he is going elsewhere
I miss my dear Mum at Christmas
We’d talk on the phone half the day
Both alone again but so far apart
before she passed away
Often, when alone on this day
I take a ride into town
to see if a soul is on the streets
I go with a smile, not a frown
I still have much to be grateful for
There are people worse off than me
There’s still beauty in the world
if I open my eyes and see
I hope you don’t feel I’m a humbug
but it’s extra tough this year
Nevertheless, I give to you
my ongoing love and good cheer.
Warm hugs, Ellie Xx 💓🌲💓
Essentially Ellie 