Christmas Shopping

by Eleni Barrett aged 13

RUNNER UP

It’s that time of the year again.
I scan the shelves of shops for things my family would like,
A necklace for my sister, well thought out and given with love.
A stress ball for my brother. He broke his old one
and keeps telling Mum and Dad to get him a new one.
Face cream for my dad. He clearly loved that brand I got him last year.
And some bubble bath for my mum
because she doesn’t give herself enough time to relax.

I take a sip of my mocha, my hands warmed by the cup,
And my mouth warmed by the chocolatey taste,
I catch the 371 and sit near a window,
As I pass peaceful fields of white,
Proud of the gifts I have selected,
Smiling at the unity that Christmas brings.

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