Just wanting to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas
And grand New Year, full of good health and happiness
I've had no struggles worse than most, maybe even less
I've won no lotteries, gained no fame, but simple things
Life-giving sustenance in wing'ed flight are few, yet rich
Like love of family, special friends, work, and warmth
Saddened by lost loved ones, holidays bring reflection
Warm memories hug me and keep them close in heart
And bring me to appreciate other things I have gained
Though many have crossed over, richness doth endure
My past year has brought me anew, with friends of yore
Genealogy and curiosity about myself and family roots
Is bringing new found family I hope to one day greet
I look through eyes of contemplation and anticipation
Peer at the past; appreciate the now; ponder the new
I hope you look around you, listen, and will find
The treasures, richness, and wealth that abounds
That money cannot buy, silly as that sounds
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
Especially to you!
~nr lenz