The gifts we give at Christmas
Can be wrapped in papers bright
With a big red bow that sparkles
In the still of Christmas night.
The many toys and playthings
That little ones adore,
The fun and games we cherish,
With the children, on the floor.

The gifts we give our children
Can be presents much more grand
If we’d give them more patience
Or with loving, helping hands.
Time for books and time for dreaming
Friendly moments after school,
To listen to their questions
Let them help to make each rule.

Life can hold a special blessing
If we’ll lend a patient ear;
Teach them loving and believing
Sometimes dry a bitter tear.
Ever doing things together
Sharing moments rich, we live
The things that money cannot buy
Are the nicest gifts we give.

~ Garnett Ann Schultz

Melanie Hack
Author of Who Killed My Sister, My friend
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