Nails on a chalkboard
The sound of his voice
The extra day’s visit
When given no choice

The fog-laden air
And lack of sunshine
The cool winter breeze
Causing my sister’s whine

The quickly raised voices
Insisting they’re right
The misinformation
That causes a fight 

The great indecision
Which channel to choose?
The card game we’re playing
That I’ll likely lose 

It’s time to embrace
While the clock chimes sound
And say, “Happy New Year!”
As the ball hits the ground 

It’s all part of family
And friends, don’t you know,
And love forgives all
So, it’s time to let go