Daunting

The gifts are bought and wrapped by now
So I don’t have to think
Of what to get until next year,
Though quicker than a wink

The months will pass and once again,
I’ll face that daunting task.
To wonder if I hate it, well, 
You do not have to ask.

The holidays are special times
And give some folks a lift,
Except for all the stress involved
To find the perfect gift.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Krutsinger Avatar
December 30, 2022 at 10:53 PM
I have eliminated all gift giving; we dole out cash. That way there is no pain when they open something and their faces fall.
Anaya Avatar
December 20, 2022 at 6:03 PM
Is it ever a perfect gift? Lol
Cunningham Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 11:33 PM
So true Ilene, thankfully my three daughters know what my wife likes so eases my stress lol I pity those who have to buy presents for the world and his wife. Tom
Wolf Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 7:42 PM
Nicely 'presented,' Ilene. :) gw
Flood Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 4:39 PM
What can one say, Ilene? I know… Ditto! Fun write, BUT SO PAINFULLY TRUE! Terry
Conn Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 4:01 PM
CASH.
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