A Lonely Silver Ribbon

A lonely silver ribbon Caught my eye today A remnant of a shopper’s rush Left on the shelf to say I can sparkle, take me home My Christmas plans are few And I would relish nothing more Than wrapping gifts for you So as it spoke in ribbon speak Calling out my name I thought of how I’d once felt Not chosen for a game I bought that silver ribbon And took it home with me And now it sits so sparkling bright Underneath my tree If people were like ribbon Perhaps, we’d keep in mind That Christmas can be lonely When you’re left behind