Christmas This Year

It's not over, but so far it's been pretty great;
It's easily my most favorite holiday of the year.

We kept our annual tradition of order, including
Breakfast, stocking gifts, getting ready, big gifts,
And now we are waiting for the food to be ready for dinner
(I even made my favorite - cheesy potatoes!).

My friends and I exchanged Merry Christmas messages,
And a group of us are texting about New Years,
But this year is family time today,
No going to see any friends.

I got wonderful gifts - I really didn't have much expectation,
And I got so much more than I anticipated!
But my mom got the most gifts, which is well deserved,
As she always makes sure everybody else gets plenty.

It's not always the most wonderful time of the year,
But it's a great day to make the most of precious time.

Merry Christmas Eve

This eve is upon us once again, and this year
I've still got so many presents to wrap.
Good thing I like to wrap presents while
Sitting in my room and watching netflix.

Growing Up Isn't Easy

Yesterday morning my coworker - the one who does the same job I do -
And I both got in trouble with our boss for being notoriously late.
I definitely have had this problem, and her email hit me that
It is time to grow up, and get my ass to work on time.

My coworker was quite offended, and abruptly left
Before coming back to reply to the email.
I don't know all that was said,
But I know what she told me was excuse after excuse.

The problem is, we are both thirty-one years old.
We are both in the grown up world and need to act like one.
Even when you feel used by your best friend,
Or are having major issues with your family.

At some point, we all have to grow up.
And this is a growing up time for me,
Like it or not,
Ready or not.