The Modern Christmas Effect

What is it really all about?
this season at the end of the year
it feels so false and lacking
one word that's so evident is insincere

The reason for the season
has been missed out on the whole
as most folk feed themselves
more interested in getting their goal

An attitude of gratitude is amiss
asking more, what am I going to get?
a real change of heart is required
seeking to give makes a good effect

If more of us thought of others
before considering just little old me
we could make this world a lot better
bringing smiley faces for all to see

Then we could all have joy abounding
during this jolly old Christmas time
making it effectively marvellous
so that ink would turn into rhyme!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Godwin Avatar
November 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM
You speaketh the trutheth which I personally, me and mine, strive to live contrary to, we do view it as intended. And, yes, what if everyone did? It's a wonderful 'feel' to imagine. I enjoyed your poem very much.
Mcconnell Avatar
December 1, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Thanks again CayCay, Glad you enjoyed this piece very much and pleased you agreed with me regarding the truth that I speak. Have a blessed day,Gordon
Goldsmith Avatar
November 29, 2025 at 8:28 AM
What a powerful write you have here. I enjoy reading this wonderful write. I love Christmas time but Not what it has turned into. Have a Blessed day/weekend writing away.............
Mcconnell Avatar
November 29, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Thanks Paula, Glad you enjoyed this piece and thought it a powerful write. Have a great weekend, blessings always,Gordon
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