Christmas Letters

'Tis so nice at Christmas time to receive a colorful array of cards, From kith and kin sending their warmest Yuletide regards. I don't mind receiving bills or a summons to serve on a jury, But opening a card and finding a Noel letter causes me some fury! Such missives detail the doings of their entire family tree. I have no idea who they're talking about - it matters not to me. Their perfect kids are doing great, earning scholarships to Yale, Yet there is no mention of one who 'tis well known ended up in jail! So they bought each of the kids a brand new DTS Cadillac, And they vacationed at their fancy condo in Fond du Lac, But no mention that Mom and Dad are due in county court, To begin bankruptcy proceedings since money has come up short! Junior is a super-star on the local high school football team. No doubt he'll be picked for an NFL team - that is his dream. But no mention that he was quietly benched during mid-season. He was caught smoking something funny seems to be the reason! I enjoy receiving traditional cards depicting Santa's ponderous girth, And especially those telling of the dear Savior's wondrous birth, But please spare me those inane letters and their gobbledegook! I'd just as soon relax by the fire and peruse my telephone book! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved