After the Christmas rush is over
And the list of requests has been filled
It’s time to check and confirm
That my wallet can pay the bill!

When heart overrules the head
And spends beyond revenue
It’s fun at the time, for sure,
Until those “big bill blues”.

But somehow it all gets paid
And balances out in the end
But by the time I break even
It’s time to start shopping again!

Next year I’ll try to do better
Before I go shopping for toys
And consult my accountant (dear hubby)
- Oh, but why miss out on the joy!

The glow on their faces is worth it,
The toys in their hands fit just right,
The cost never enters my mind when
Their laughter sings sweet with delight.


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