Holiday Decor

There are garlands on my stairway and lights upon my tree.
My house is growing festive as Christmas time draws near.
Stockings are hung on the fireplace for kitty and for me.
Welcome to my holiday home at this special time of year. 

My wreath is hanging on the door for visitors to see.
I’ve brought out all of the ornaments I hold so very dear.
 I have been just as busy as the fabled busy bee.
Welcome to my holiday home at this special time of year.

I’ve baked the tiny fruitcakes, set the table for a tea.
My house is ready for my guests, I’m expecting to appear.
With candles lit, it’s beautiful, I’m sure they will agree.
Welcome to my holiday home at this special time of year.

I haven’t forgotten the Holy Babe for everyone to see.
The angel on the treetop is dressed in garments sheer.
Christmas all around me fills my lonely heart with glee.
Welcome to my holiday home at this special time of year.

Reluctantly I dim the lights and put away the Brie.
I hope the morning wakes me with a sky that’s bright and clear.
I try to catch the kitty but he is too fast for me.
Welcome to my holiday home at this special time of year.

Next morning I awaken to an over-toppled tree.
The ornaments are broken and scattered everywhere.
The kitty, looking guilty, turns around and starts to flee.
Welcome to my holiday home at this special time of year.

For Linda Marie’s  Kyrielle contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Onclaud Avatar
December 28, 2010 at 2:22 AM
glittering words of joy with a play on a pet, joyce.. you had me in every line.. super CHEERS in the contest!! huggs, nette
Dietrich Avatar
December 19, 2010 at 8:22 PM
oh, that is so cute how you added that rascaly cat into the mix, making it more than an ordinary poem! congratulations, dear JOyce, and happy xmas. LUv, Andrea
Guzzi Avatar
December 17, 2010 at 5:17 PM
Just love the kitty's nCongrad's on your win. Light & Love There's a Christmas message from me to you on YouTube!aughty Christmas!
Brown Avatar
December 13, 2010 at 10:57 AM
Congratulations on your win Joyce in Linda's contest. Love, Carol
Freeman Avatar
December 13, 2010 at 9:56 AM
Congratulations Joyce on an honorable seventh place win. Agape, Moses
Mehta Avatar
December 12, 2010 at 11:46 PM
Many congrats Joyce on coveted win in Linda's contest with this beautiful entry. Luv/Best wishes.......Hitendra Mehta
Onclaud Avatar
December 12, 2010 at 10:40 PM
impressive write, joyce!! CHEERS to your special award in the contest! huggs, nette
Mehta Avatar
December 12, 2010 at 3:07 PM
Congratulations on this well deserved win in the contest of Linda, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
December 12, 2010 at 11:05 AM
Congrats Joyce on your success in my Holiday Home contest with this beautiful write and entry.. thankxxx for your constant support of my contests with luv..
Mehta Avatar
November 16, 2010 at 1:14 PM
Thanks for welcoming homke at this special time of year, Joyce, and good luck
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