May your child ask for things that can actually be bought,
And not wish for items that can no longer be got.
Let your Internet searches and postings online,
Lead to you finding that precious item in time.
May the holiday dress clothes, so stiff and so new,
Actually get worn before it's outgrew.
May your child actually sleep on Christmas Eve night,
Or at least stay in their bed while Santa's in sight.
Let friends and family remember and care,
How challenging it can be at this time of year.
When schedules are lost, and there's no rhyme or reason,
Our kids get overwhelmed with the holiday season.
As excitement it mounts, their stress it can too,
Keeping them calm may be all you can do.
May others make efforts to help your child succeed,
By avoiding their triggers, that's what you need.
Let you have the strength and the courage to say,
How they can be of help to you on that day.
May you still be invited to places you seldom can get,
Because people still think of you, and haven't given up on you yet.
And when you miss out on those parties and feel so alone,
Be reminded of all that you have at home.
Your special family may not be like all others,
But you too are special fathers and mothers.
May your Christmas be merry and New Year filled with joy,
And love and acceptance for your girl or boy.
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