Judy Ball Poet Couplet

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I always dreamed as a young girl of having a big family get together at my own house every holiday season. Sadly it's not like that. But at least I can get one or two to come so I make do with that. No one should ever have to spend the holidays alone.

Thanksgiving Dinner

I roasted stuffed turkey, made candied yams,
Made holiday jello, baked pies, dirtied pans.

Made mashed potatoes to cover with gravy,
Glazed carrots and biscuits, I'm cooking like crazy.

My daughter came over with grandchild in tow,
Giving my holiday that much needed glow.

I love the holidays and gathering with family.
It's so good to see everyone gathering happily,

Laughing and joking and sharing good cheer.
I wish more would come celebrate with all of us here.

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Akkina Downing November 12, 2020 at 3:21 PM A lovely poem Judy. Hope for the best :) Judy Ball January 3, 2021 at 5:58 AM Thanks bunches Akkina. God Bless, JB

Jennifer Proxenos October 26, 2020 at 8:26 AM You have always envisaged a big family, and although your daughter and grandchild brought you joy when they arrived, you wished that you had another 5 married children with grand children sitting round your table. We have two boys (married) but neither of them want to bring a child into this catastrophic world. Hugs and blessings, Judy. Jennifer. P.S. Hope you are not cross with me about the Trump poem, we are all unique individuals and everyone has their own view - I respect yours, H&B Jenn. Judy Ball January 3, 2021 at 5:57 AM Thanks bunches Jennifer. No I'm not mad at anybody. God Bless, JB

Gershon Wolf October 17, 2020 at 6:21 PM Love written into every line, Judy. Perhaps your daughter and her baby will feel it, and provide that 'glow' oftener this coming year. Good food, Good times, and Family! ~ Gershon Judy Ball October 18, 2020 at 4:51 PM Thanks bunches Gershon. God Bless, JB

Gordon Mcconnell October 16, 2020 at 1:50 PM Great thoughts penned so well Judy, it's great idea to have thanksgiving as always good to give thanks. Blessings always,Gordon Judy Ball October 16, 2020 at 6:36 PM Thank you so much Gordon. God Bless, JB

Jan Allison October 15, 2020 at 4:30 PM it is the time people should be together - would love to spend thanksgiving in the US one day:-) hugs jan xx Judy Ball October 16, 2020 at 6:40 PM Thanks so much Jan. Actually I'm in Alberta. But would love to have you spend a holiday with us. God Bless, JB

Lindsay Laurie October 14, 2020 at 7:38 PM Hello Judy … your cooking reads ‘delicious’ and like you we just wish we could see our family, but sadly this is a time like no other - thank you Judy for posting - Lindsay Judy Ball October 14, 2020 at 8:57 PM Thank you so much Lindsay. God Bless, JB

Angela Crabtree October 14, 2020 at 1:55 PM I love the whole Thanksgiving atmosphere. Your poem brings wonderful thoughts to the upcoming holiday. My favorite is the stuffing! :) ~Angie Judy Ball October 14, 2020 at 9:05 PM Thanks bunches Angela. God Bless,. JB

Anne-Lise Andresen October 14, 2020 at 3:38 AM - Congratulations on the day, Judy !!! - - Your Thanksgiving dinner sounds tempting ... I reserve a seat around your table :) - (I have posted a Birthday blog for you :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Judy Ball October 14, 2020 at 9:11 PM Thank you so much Anne-Lise. God Bless, JB

Paul Callus October 13, 2020 at 3:05 PM The more the merrier, we usually say, but it does not have to be so, as long as we are not alone. I enjoyed your delightful poem, Judy. Regards & Blessings // pau Judy Ball October 13, 2020 at 4:18 PM thanks so much Paul. God Bless, JB

Carolyn Devonshire October 13, 2020 at 9:06 AM Oh, I'd love to take you up on the invitation, Judy! It sounds like a joyful get together. I was alone for two Christmases in a row, so I hope travel restrictions are eased this year. Enjoyed your poem, Judy. Hugs, Carolyn Judy Ball October 14, 2020 at 9:56 PM Thanks bunches Carolyn. God Bless, JB

Silent One October 13, 2020 at 7:15 AM I wonder if there will be thanksgiving this year and if it will be restricted.. Being from the UK ,we do not have this over here... Enjoyed your poem my friend. Carolyn Devonshire October 13, 2020 at 9:08 AM It does look like we'll have restrictions that would prevent me from traveling to NJ for Christmas. I know Boris Johnson is stepping up protective measures in the U.K. Hope you will be with family over the holidays.

Victor Buhagiar October 13, 2020 at 1:55 AM Such a lovely gathering. Thank God there are still happy people. ~~ Judy Ball October 13, 2020 at 2:55 AM Thank you so much Victor. Happiness is not only home made it's a decision we make. God Bless, JB