Holiday Cards

In past Decembers, when my cards Were purchased, sealed and stamped, I wrote so many that, for sure, My fingers burned and cramped. I mailed them out and knew I’d get As many in return; It wasn’t always tit for tat, But that was no concern. Yet lately, though, the same routine – My cards stacked up and inked, Will yield far fewer back to me – They’re practically extinct. Perhaps when e-cards made the scene, The need for real ones ended; Or possibly, this busy life Has left me more un-friended. But either way, I mailed a lot And so far, got just five. It seems that this tradition May be one that won’t survive. My holiday is Chanukah. It’s earlier this year; So maybe as December fades, More greetings will appear. This could well be an omen, though. Of course, I’m just supposing – But here’s more proof the postal service Likely will be closing!