Getting ready for Christmas 
feels a bit different this year
I’m feeling rather humbug
and not so full of festive cheer

Gift shopping is such a drag
putting the decks up is a chore
I’m finding the preparations 
a bit of a dreary bore 

I’m hoping by next weekend 
I will be in a better mood
Looking forward to the big day
and stuffing myself with food

I’m wishing by Christmas Eve 
I may feel a bit more merry
If not I can just pour myself 
a cheerful tot of sherry

After all it’s the food and drink 
that Christmas is all about 
Here’s to another glass of wine 
and just one more brussel sprout