When

I'm with you,

it feels like waking up

a day before Christmas.

The anticipation and excitement

wake me up with a smile on my face.

Mother is in the living room

with relatives I haven't seen in a while.

The lights are set,

and the plastic tree with the gifts.

A group of children is caroling outside,

it has to be their third time today.

It doesn't matter,

brother hands them change and they leave

and our house is peaceful again aside from the chatter.

The fridge is full and I'm more content than I have in months.

I used to thank God

for anything.

Now, I have the

privilege of

thanking Him

for you.