Holidays, depressed once more

Wallow in self-pity

Humankind is happier

Life for me a struggle

Ego taunts.  “Poor me,” it cries.

Stifling heart and logic

Spirit softly whispers love

“Precious being, holy.”

Spirits linking infinite

Time and space forgotten

Ancestors, angelic aides

Blessings freely given

Look around for gifts abound

Sunlight, trees and flowers

Creatures made by God’s own hand

Each unique and custom

Lift your heart by giving thanks

Ego kicked to gutter

Share what’s yours with fellowman

Get, rejoice, contribute!