I Will Still Hang Your Stocking

I will still hang your stocking... Christmas will be different this year. One stocking will be missing from the mantel. One red Christmas plate will missing from the table. One less gift under the tree. One less person to sample my holiday cookie. One less card to send this year. Always know you will remain in my heart. And you won't be any less remembered. My heart will still send out love to you. I will have to do the shopping this year without you, but I will still shop the same stores and wear your holiday pin on my jacket. All the holiday traditions you've taught me will be in full force this season. I will be sad but that is to be expected. I will give myself permission to enjoy the tree and all the preparation. Because Mom that is what you gave to me. And Mom I will still hang your stocking in memory of you...