Happy Thanksgiving

‘Twas the night before Thanksgiving and all through the house

decorations were all piled – including a toy mouse.

The children were nuzzled all snug in their beds,

while visions of a Christmas tree and train set danced in their heads

 

And Ma in her PJs and Pa in his t-shirt

Were lifting heavy boxes – trying not to get hurt.

When what to our tired ears did we hear?

It was a sound we have come to fear.

 

The sound it was growing and getting much bolder

It was a sick baby boy looking for a shoulder.

The night was long and sleep was not

As we comforted and entertained a boy full of snot.

 

The morning brought excitement times two -

With the tree and the parade there was lots to do.

The kids helped to decorate everything they could see

and one even decided a kolache belonged on the tree.

 

Once Santa appeared in New York City

we finished our chores and said bye to the kitty.

Fried turkeys with GGB was the plan for the day

And as a bonus there were cousin there with whom to play!

 

Once home kids were bathed and ready for bed

Hugs were given and prayers were said.

Now Daddy is shopping, the kids are asleep.

Mommy’s online looking for deals that are cheap.

 

Our lives may be busy and crazy

And often we wish to just plain be lazy

But we are blessed and thankful to have each other.

And I am thrilled with the family in which I am mother.

 

So as the day comes to an end and heads out of sight

 

 

Happy Thanksgiving to all -

And to all a good night!