August 26, 2025, entered in Joseph May's Alpha Lines Poetry Contest, placed 1st
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By Christmas Day each father and mother, also known as Santa and Mrs. Claus, should have fulfilled “Dear Santa” letters and other wish lists. They overspend, but for a great cause! Expensive foods, grandiose home improvements, and decorations are added. Guests will be so impressed. Bank balances shrink; credit cards get maxed out, but—By George!—mom, dad, and kids will be well dressed. Money’s nil. Overindulgent purchasers question their sanity: “Why do we do this every year, spend way beyond our means? Recovery takes months.” Once again, they’ve robbed themselves of Christmas cheer. Responsible spending transforms unrealistic views of how the holiday season should be. We can decorate, enjoy tasty food, and buy gifts without spending a fortune. With Christmas in our hearts, we can sincerely celebrate.
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