Give me time to undress from my Halloween costume
Before asking me what I’m doing for Christmas.
What happened to November?
Give me time to be Superman
Before I have to be Santa.
And give me time for turkey between.
Give me time for gluttony with family
Before I’m reminded
Of how little money I have.
Before the pressure
Of competitive giving
Drains my energy.
Give me time to visit with grandparents
In far away states
Who have felt forgotten
While I’ve been busy at school.
Give me time to get back to family
And remind me what I’m thankful for.
Give me back a time to give thanks.





















