in the barren sapling
a turkey sits -
unruffled presence

You don’t  think I care,
but I do.
You don’t think I’m there,
but I am
In the shadows, out of view,
but I’m there
My presence, not seen
Be still & you’ll feel me
My voice, carried by the wind
Listen & you’ll hear  
Unnoticed, but ever-present;
forever encouraging, supporting,
loving you from afar

Ornaments and lights decorate trees
Traditions that we've made this to be
Presents are generous, but to be alive

Is the gift that continues to give
Because your presence
Is a present

Focus energy not on tensions
Or frustrations, but realizing
Appreciations for each lesson
Blessing, and silver lining

For Christmas cheer, is to be kind
To unite love like peace signs
And as we celebrate his birthday
To keep the good faith in mind.