Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

What Kind of Holiday

  
     So much to look forward to
        yet, for many, so much to dread

     The turkey with all the trimmings
         the family gathered together -- 

      to fight over ‘party’ politics
         or gorge themselves on ‘football pleasure?’ ...

      Is it a chance to praise this nation’s humble beginnings
         or to cleave us further asunder with senseless sinning 

      C’mon, America: Isn't Thanksgiving for praising the Lord
         for recounting the finest qualities of humanity ~

      Not for watching football, getting drunk or stoned
         insulting and embarrassing each other, and other insanity

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sara Etgen-Baker November 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM I agree....as a culture we seem to have forgotten reflection and gratitude. sad Gershon Wolf November 25, 2025 at 8:55 PM Yes, we have.

Bj Legros Kelley November 25, 2025 at 5:31 PM Amen Gershon. You have well articulated America in these days, not exactly the images painted in Martha Stewarts lovely magazines sometimes. I pray this is a peaceful day which I am somewhat fearful of. May we all be blessed. My husband is going to get the old camcorder set up for posterity of these fleeting days, hopefully for posterity reasons, everyone will attempt for true peace, love and respect of one another and thankful that we are in this free nation that gives us so much choice.

Regina Elliott November 24, 2025 at 2:52 PM Amen, Gershon, you’ve penned this so well. More people should look forward to family gatherings, not dread them. Shalom :) Gershon Wolf November 25, 2025 at 8:56 PM Amen and Amen, Regina.

John Lawless November 24, 2025 at 4:06 AM just ring the door with your elbow and be thankful that they let you in.....

Jenish Somadas November 23, 2025 at 9:48 PM meaningful celebration is what we want.. I'm with you.. Good one Gershon.. Gershon Wolf November 25, 2025 at 8:57 PM OK. thanks, Jenish.