Christmas Afternoon
One of my favorite things on Christmas Day
Is sitting in my comfortable recliner chair
Watching the grandchildren as they play,
Running hither and yon, here then there
Teaching them how important it is to share.
They are so wrapped up in all their treasure
I watch them decide what to play with next,
These are times which bring a man pleasure
Far better than getting lost in some boring text
Or, over all the commotion becoming vexed.
The room suddenly fills with shouts at each other
Especially when it’s too cold to play outside,
And sisters are prone to lash out at their brother
When there’s a tiff, and Mama’s patience is tried
It’s then that I suggest, “Let’s go for a ride!”
So, we load up in the car to check out the sights
Each child brings one toy to keep entertained
As Mama and I enjoy the bright decorative lights,
And soon the children forget who complained
Briefly, this is our Christmas afternoon explained.
Written December 2, 2022
Submitted to: "Christmas Special" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Emile Pinet
Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2022
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