Christmas Memories

Vegetarian mom making Turkey and ham Trying to please everyone And veggie burgers On the “George Foreman” Grill Not sure where this coming from? Grandma in her wheelchair Boys’ pushing her around The little dog is lap bound. Grandpa going down the steps Trying with his cane so hard Please help the old man down! Appetizer dish with Everything pickled The South is where I am from Family of many sharing Christmas memories Of days long gone by Norah Jones on the stereo Sweet voice she has Playing background in the room Presents galore Around a synthetic tree Decorated with lights and more “Oh no! Boys’ stop! Grandma's heading for the tree!” Oh well, the angel fell, sure looks pretty on me! Macaroni pie, sweet carrots Candied yams, the children and I Panting around the table of food Apple, southern pecan Peach and cherry pie Everyone can hardly wait to try The Southern Belle Has something to tell, “It’s time to eat, Go find your seat!” Open your presents After dinner Lots of laughter and fun “What did you get?” “Look what I got?” What a delight, paper spun around Time for dessert Ready to burst, but Manners are number one Women in the kitchen Cleaning up the dishes Men asleep from too much fun. Next year we will repeat For this is how we do it In the Winter’s Southern Sun! ©Holly P. Moore November 2012