With Christmas all but over
Leftovers warmed, and gone
We take the decorations down
And life, it just goes on.
No more frantic shopping
No christmas carols play
No more gross indulgence
No more Christmas day
No more glitzy tinsel
No twinkling fairy lights
No more bouncing baubles
Gluttonous days and lazy nights.
It’s sweet goodbye to prodigals;
Au revoir to festive paper.
It’s ciao to tins of chocolate
And hourly snacking, see you later!
It’s been a great occasion
With feasting, gifts, and more
But since new year is on her way
I must show you the door.
Just until this time next year
When Santa calls again
But can we keep the charming peace
And goodwill to all men.
Christmas Past is a poem by Ms Moem.
