I'm worried about the presents this year,

I used to give money, but now it's clear

that the giving of objects seems more sincere,

so i'm worried about the presents this year.

 

I'll have to find out from Roger or Paul

whether Tanya is allergic to perfume at all;

if so, then those slippers with animal heads

i'll get with coupons, they look rather cool. 

 

I'm worried about the presents this year,

with technology leaving one breathless I fear.

Tommy's determined, he's made it quite clear

that an X box is coming, the latest gear. 

 

And i'm worried about the cost this year

and the traffic and queues, you know how it is;

it's only October but you know what it's like -

last year we bought Jack a safety bike,

but his legs have got so long this year

 

so i'm worried - it won't quite fit him

and it's been in the rain,

but his dad just shrugs;

he knows that I worry and never complain

(only in public or over a wine).

 

By the way what does Douglas drink these days?

it's gin this year, I think, I think.