T'was The Night Before Thanksgiving

Thought it was be fun to write a different version of The night before Christmas. Hope you enjoy

      

T'was the night before thanksgiving 

and all through the house no one was stirring 

Not even a mouse 

Grandma went in the kitchen to prepare 

In hopes everyone would soon be there  

Making sure she hasn't forgotten to take her meds

She starts humming Christmas songs in her head 

Surely to find Grandpa taking a nap 

But with the smell of dinner he woke in a snap 

As the house filled with all kinds of chatter 

About hoping this year not to get fatter

Grandpa adds lemon and pepper but only a dash 

But making sure he doesn't eat his dinner to fast 

There is pumpkin pie just so you know

and don't forget about mash potato's 

When what did my wondering eyes appear 

I turned to see the turkey was near 

The meat came out juicy and think 

It's cooked with love that is the trick

This is yummy someone exclaimed

You would have to sit in the corner if you complained 

Now Kim, Now, Kari, Now Grandpa, Now, Grandma 

On, Uncle Tommy On, Natalie, On Sandie and Bentley 

Before you hold up a torch, Just know I love you all 

Now yawn away, yawn away, yarn away all

  As grandpa let out a big sigh 

Aunt Kari brought out the delicious pumpkin pie 

And maybe even whip cream too

Now that we have a stuffed tummy or two 

With that all the food went poof 

Even taking care of our sweet tooth 

Looking and seeing smiling faces around

Feeling like we all gained a pound

I am very thankful I didn't have to cook 

I know once dad finds the couch he's staying put 

We all know grandpa is going for a nap 

And Sammy will surely find his lap 

We can't forget Kim or Kari 

Christmas is coming isn't that scary 

Just be happy there isn't snow

Kari would say "Oh heck no"

We will be eating Turkey for the next week

Just don't let it be stuck in your teeth 

Can you say "Oh Nelly"

I know I am going to feel like a bowl full of jelly 

That's what I am going to tell myself 

And that's what your going to tell yourself 

I am thankful for such a yummy spread 

At grandma's house where I was fed 

I might need her to sew another notch in my skirt 

As I turn around giving a smirk

Just so that everyone knows 

You all look nice in your holiday clothes 

Just waiting to hear grandma whistle  

That she is ready for your dismissal 

Because you know mothers are always right 

Happy Thanksgiving to all and to all a good night