The snow slowly falling,

peacefully, Calm, no wind
The flakes defined against the dark canvas
as you watch from inside by the cozy fire, warming from the inside out

The crinkling of the flashy wrapping paper
and the surprised faces at the sight of your gift
hoping not to be disappointed
taking everything in that comes with the holiday
in laws, preparation of home and food
determined to make this one different, better
the cozy room filled with loved ones
the twinkling lights on the decorated tree
the stress and effort that comes with holidays
starts to deteriorate as we near closer and closer to the time

some gifts are really wanted and cost much
some are not what you expected
in the end the best gift you can give is love and happiness.