Santa's Little Problem

Twas the night before Christmas
and Santa was gay
he'd drank several bottles
of Vodka that day

He knew it was wrong
to have drunken the booze
as he leaned on his sleigh
for a half an hour snooze

The reindeer were waiting
all eager and groomed
so fretful and anxious
for the big trip that loomed

The elves brought the parcels
of candy and toys
as Santa's loud snoring
had caused quite a noise

Poor Mrs. Claus was in
such a state with
visions of Santa
starting out late

So she ran for the coffee
a large steaming cup
in hopes that the java
would sober him up

She tipped the hot brew
to his white bearded mouth
and yelled in his ear
it was time to head south

Old Santa's eyes opened
as he gulped down the 'joe'
and yelled to his reindeer
"five more minutes to go"

They all took his arms
as he climbed in the sleigh
and prayed that the old man
would get on his way

The elves called in Buddy
an elf who was "dry"
and who promised to get
Santa's sleigh in the sky

Old Santa smiled
as he gave out a 'hick'
Merry Xmas to all
from a sobered St. Nick
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Fraser Avatar
May 10, 2009 at 3:02 PM
I know its soooooo late to read it, but i just had to click on it, and it had me smiling from start to finish, its a big Wow for me, James.
Decker Avatar
December 17, 2008 at 1:02 PM
Another gem. You certainly have a gift for these!! They are definitely fun. Thanks for another laugh and I will keep reading! love.t
Buys Avatar
December 12, 2008 at 9:40 AM
This is so delightful and conjures the most hilarious mental pictures. Very well done. Regards Heidie
Richards Avatar
November 22, 2008 at 6:40 AM
That naughty Santa! Is he the same one who was caught kissing Mama underneath the mistletoe last night?? They both must have had a few too many!!:) >>>Cute poem! :) Carrie
Winter Avatar
November 22, 2008 at 6:24 AM
Ha ha!!! Awesome! Thanks for my morning smile. Reads like a winner to me! Good luck if this is for the contest! Love, Shar
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