‘Twas the Holiday Season

‘Twas the holiday season like thunder that rumbled

We pack into meetings and pray to be humbled

The newcomer’s lineup is filled with such fright

Conditioned for vigilance and ready to fight

Some share with concerns about this time of year

That brings lavish parties and holiday cheer

What seems so inviting which makes our heads chatter

While some ask themselves what the hell is the matter

Why can’t I do this and why can’t I go there

As faith turns to dust and molds to despair

I’ll just go this time, I’ll show you, you’ll see

I’ll prove to you all and I’ll go hurt me

Then left to their will as they become prey

In this animal kingdom that just lasts one day

Still many go out without such a thought

They forget in one blink what took years to be taught

Don’t think that it’s true stick around and you’ll see

I’d rather welcome you back than you welcome me

So don’t lie to yourself and pretend that life’s great

Good decisions determine the role of your fate

Stick up your hand and scream if you must

These thoughts in your head will slowly adjust

Just don’t sit and bathe in all this self-pity

Remember your head is a dreadful committee

The ones who stay sober through holiday hype

Are those who help others similar to our type

They always arrive early and try to stay late

These sensitive moments they never debate

The hole in your fabric of life you must stitch

It’s like poison ivy this holiday itch

Now go and stay strong and hold your head high

A meeting is close and always nearby

And try to forgive but never forget

It’s not that you won’t you just haven't yet