Writings by RoWithit

I miss my Mother’s voice, yelling to us five girls, and two boys,

“shut off the lights, and knock off the noise!”

I miss giggling with my sisters, Christmas Eve, so excited we couldn’t fall asleep.

I miss the one gift we opened on Christmas Eve, knowing full well, they were new pajamas for sleep.

I miss my oldest sister Robin, waking us up at the wee hours of dawn, shushing us, as we crept down the stairs, rubbing eyes, and our Christmas pajamas on.

I even miss some of those Christmas gifts, that were just not what I wanted.

I miss the stockings hung on hooks, bearing fruit, toothbrushes, candy canes, and lifesaver books.

I miss Red/stepfather in his stern voice, “Look at all the stuff they’ve gotten, you know you’re spoiling them rotten.”

I miss it all, even the fights, I miss it all especially Christmas Eve Night.

So, I hope all of you with kids, make them feel special, as my Mother did.

It’s not about how much you give, it’s about how much love there is.

Have a Very Merry Christmas, and Believe,

You too can make fond memories on Christmas Day, and Christmas Eve.

By Roshelle Henson 12/22/23