And all the presents have been wrapped
Even that one shoved right at the back
Tags have been written and smudged
Price labels removed, nothing to judge
Topped with ribbon and a pretty bow
Altogether they make a wondrous show
There's a carrot for Rudolph and a plate
With a mince pie plus sherry set out late
For our festive visitor who brings with him
Some extra magic, a bit of zip and zim
Parents slump in a heap, it's been a busy week
Hoping the kids aren't too excited to sleep
There's stockings to fill and a last-minute panic
Double-checking and feeling a bit manic
Christmas is primed, Christmas is ready
All the seasonal rubbish lined up on the telly
Sprouts in the fridge that no-one will eat
Cupboards groaning with a merry feast
A tipple or three ready to pour
As we remember our days of yore
Wrapping paper ripped all to shreds
Squeals of excitement ringing in heads
Stuffed full of way too much dinner
Not our year for getting thinner
Claire Buss is a multi-genre author and poet, completely addicted to cake. Find all her books on Amazon. Join the discussion in her Facebook group Buss's Book Stop.
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