MEMORIES OF CHRISTMAS

The pandemic this year has nearly pushed us

Over the brink.  So much tragedy and sorrow--

People being kept from loved ones to save lives.

Even if their loved ones aren't alive tomorrow.

It's not only taking a toll on citizens of all

Countries--it's taking a toll on all First Responders.

Differing symptoms for the same disease, three

Vaccines being mass produced:  will they work, we wonder?

And then have the big family traditional holidays.

Thanksgiving--some people stayed home, some went anyway.

We're still waiting to see what the results are of that.  Some

Would skip one holiday to save a loved one who could have more days.

The only good thing about this pandemic--it's made us stop

And think and realize what's really important:  family 

And friends you treasure, being kind to others, memories of

Christmases when you were a kid, like they used to be.

Nothing elaborate and fancy, just simple celebrations.

No techno gadget gifts, but you loved them none the less.

Home made gifts are the best--they come from the heart.

Making sure to share with others who had way less.

And since all the hype and commercialism has

Been toned down for safety, more

People will remember the true meaning of

Christmas--the birth of Jesus our Savior.