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Wrapped Up

Christmas spirit was neatly wrapped up 
Tied with a bow and put upon a shelf
Encompassed was kindness, giving, goodwill and cheer
Organized in a package held hostage this year

Let Christmas pass, speed on by
Let it be gone in a blink of the eye
Do not bring out kindness, nor give any gifts
Goodwill only brings closeness, then there will be cheer

Christmas spirit is packed away for now  
Let's don't deal with that equivalent foolishness this Christmas
Do not let a Christmas carol sound out
Nor stores decorations flout

Let all children go on to school
They need to stick to the grind
How can they learn if they have toys on their minds? 

They need to do their homework
Don't forget all their chores 
It is okay if they sometimes are bored

Life without the Christmas Spirit 
Is fine for 11 months
So let that package stay upon the shelf
Don't start embrasing love and such 

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Please turn it off
Sleighbells Ring do not sing
Do not listen to them this year

Do not tell the Christmas story
How God _Gave_ His only Son
Nor how His Son freely came
Being born in Bethlehem

Once again let me say
Depression works its way
How many people suffer
In this way!! 

Written: December 09, 2022
Contest: Christmas Spirit
Sponsor: Regina McIntosh

I know a little out there, but so many people suffer from depression at Christmas. Look it up so you can know the signs to look for. It could be helped with something as little as some sunlight for some people who suffer from SAD.

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Harry Horsman Date: 12/10/2022 12:49:00 AM Excellent poem, Sara, I understand entirely where you are coming from with this. So sad, and yes its just too much for some. Harry Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 12/10/2022 4:25:00 AM Harry, Yes, the holidays can be a very upsetting time for some for any number of reasons. The illness SAD is caused by there being less sunlight which causes a chemical imbalance in the brain for some people. Just adding a special light into their workspace or home can eliminate the problem as long as they get the light. Thanks for dropping by. Sara

Victor Buhagiar Date: 12/9/2022 11:17:00 PM Christmas is a sad time for me since my loving wife passed away. Still I liked your poem. Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 12/10/2022 4:18:00 AM Thank you, Victor. I am sorry that the season is a sad time for you. I appreciate that you like my poem anyway. Sara

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 12/9/2022 10:58:00 AM - A subject that is often hidden under a rug, Sara ... thanks for writing about it ... many people suffer especially during the holidays :( - hugs Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 12/9/2022 12:12:00 PM Thank you, Anne-Lise for your understanding comments. I appreciate you dropping by. Sara

Sotto Poet Date: 12/9/2022 6:12:00 AM A beautifully crafted poem, Sara. It's a deep and meaningful verse that directly addresses a much more obnoxious specific topic. Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 12/9/2022 7:43:00 AM Lasaad, I appreciate the kind review and understanding. Thanks for dropping by with your uplifting comments. Sara

Joanna Daniel Date: 12/9/2022 4:50:00 AM A deep poem that brings out a not so nice topic to the fore, Sara, well written:) Login to Reply Sara Kendrick Date: 12/9/2022 5:07:00 AM Why, thank you, Jo. I appreciate the visit. Sara