Greetings from Afar

At holiday time, I oftentimes hear
From some I don’t speak to the rest of the year.
In fact, for a few, it’s a decade or more
Since we’ve seen one another, despite our rapport.

For distance and time and life’s twists and its turns
Make us focus on much more connected concerns
So acquaintances out of the everyday loop
Likely fade away into that Christmas card group.

Still, it’s nice to get greetings in Chanukah cards
From old friends who reach out just to give their regards
For a wish from a buddy you knew long ago
Can contribute more warmth to that seasonal glow.