The Hollidays

God, I hate the holidays, the gathering of clans,
The snide, smart innuendos, the best intentioned plans,
The groping and complaining, the sweet, yet sickening smiles,
The painted on expressions...that just go on for miles.
I hate last minute shopping, I really hate the crowds.
I hate the mall on holidays, the music's much too loud.

And yet I love the holidays, when families keep in touch,
When differences are put away, and people care so much.
The giving and the sharing, the grins, the hugs, the winks,
The turkey and the pumpkin pie, the dressing and the drinks.
The wrapping of the presents, the rush that starts to flow,
The twinkle in the children's eyes...at freshly fallen snow.
I love to hear the laughter, I even like the songs.
I like the way I feel inside...like nothing can go wrong.

God, I love the holidays, the gathering of clans,
The funny innuendos, the best intentioned plans.