Greetings From Afar

At holiday time, I oftentimes hear From some I don’t speak to the rest of the year. In fact, for a few, it’s a decade or more Since we’ve seen one another, despite our rapport. For distance and time and life’s twists and its turns Make us focus on much more connected concerns So acquaintances out of the everyday loop Likely fade away into that Christmas card group. Still, it’s nice to get greetings in Chanukah cards From old friends who reach out just to give their regards For a wish from a buddy you knew long ago Can contribute more warmth to that seasonal glow.