It's Christmastime Again

Stockings, breakfast, getting ready, big gifts, dinner -

It's my sister and brother-in-law's turn with us,

And this year my aunt and uncle ended up joining us too,

And boy did they get indoctrinated into our traditions!

So many presents - more than any other year.

My brother is building a computer,

And my sister and I got a lot of clothes and boots,

And the rest got lots of fun things, too.

There has been plenty of family time - 

Talking and catching up, which is nice 

Especially since we hardly get to see them
And so many things have changed in five years.

Christmas Is In The Air

And it smells like lots of gifts, too much money spent,
A sibling and in-law, plus distant relatives.

At least there were a few fun parties and dinners,
Work celebrations and early presents.

I miss my grandma, and I'm not sure how this will go,
But here we are so put on that smile and let it go.