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As a working mum of five, I wrote this poem to myself and all the other parents out there as a reminder that everyone has different struggles in their home all year round, but Christmas can really elevate things.
From money worries and loss of loved ones to relationship breakups and mental health, we’re ALL going through something!
Sometimes we watch others picture perfect Christmas posts and think our Christmas is not as good or as elaborate!
But we need to remember that not everyone shows their struggles on the outside…
The Christmas Struggle
Christmas isn’t always Merry, and that’s Okay,
Added stress, extra mess and how will I pay?
Society demands that I’m merry and bright,
But the magic’s in money and money is tight!
The kids make their lists, I try not to frown,
My wages won’t stretch, I can’t let them down.
It’s not just the kids; there are plenty of others,
The teachers, the colleagues, the sisters and brothers.
Matching PJs to buy and the Gifts that went viral,
Then there’s the food; the costs start to spiral.
Missing loved ones from whom we’re apart,
Their absence at Christmas leaves a void in my heart.
When anxiety hits, I paint on a smile,
Can’t let it be known, it’s just not my style.
But, as much as I stress, and worry and struggle,
There’s no better feeling than a warm Christmas snuggle.
Just remember this Christmas, as you worry and fret,
Love doesn’t require you to get into debt.
So do what you can, be happy and true,
And always remember…It’s your Christmas too.
Thank for reading, I hope you took as much comfort and pleasure from these words as I do.
Merry Christmas x
