Alias Santa Claus

Been mistaken for Santa Claus
More than one time over the years
Could be my big fat rolly belly
Or my beard from ear to ear

It's kind of cool when a little kiddie
Comes up to me and tells me this
"Once I saw you last Christmas Day
And you gave my mommie a kiss!"

Kids always say such funny things
Some of them can make you blush
A little guy told me I was really fat
Must eat a big bunch of mush

Wouldn't think of shaving my beard
Or losing a big bunch of pounds
Cause then I'd miss these little  kiddies
And their amazing ability to astound

Before I end this long dissertation
There's one thing I really must extol
Don't ever lose the tiny person
That's living within your soul

©Jack Ellison 2012
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Breidenthal Avatar
March 17, 2018 at 2:33 AM
"Don't ever lose the tiny person That's living within your soul" You are proof of this sentiment. You have a young soul, Jack, full of joy and happy cheer. Always, Laura
Ellison Avatar
March 17, 2018 at 6:22 AM
My question is, "why grow old?" No fun!!! LOL
Eastman Avatar
September 20, 2012 at 11:56 AM
I love those last two lines the best. I figure... go with it and have fun. My Dad has a white beard like yours and looks like Santa too. But he doen't go with it and have fun...Though he's normally an up beat fun loving sort of guy. I wish he'd go with it, too. Then I could tease him more.
Ellison Avatar
September 20, 2012 at 2:03 PM
Sure like to see a picture of him... can you send me one? [email protected] Love and big hugs, Jack xox
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
September 18, 2012 at 7:38 AM
You just love being able to kiss the mums don't you Jack , naughty boy, but you do look like Santa is supposed to , love it xx
Ellison Avatar
September 20, 2012 at 2:01 PM
Love kissing!!! One of my favourite pastimes! Yee haw! Being naughty has its perks...LOL xox
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