Holiday Joy and Pain

On the day after Christmas Came the end of the pranks Of the secrets, surprises And we've all given thanks

For the gifts now delivered By old Santa Claus Plus the turkey, the stuffing, The cranberry sauce

The Kolachy, Kielbasi The Heaven's delight And the Boilo we toasted Far into the night.

Waking up in the morning Brought on a slight pain And we silently promised Not ever again.

Then 'neath the tree in the village At a tiny lamp post Stood an opened card With the gift needed most.

For what did he hide there That Jolly Old Codger But a gift membership To become a "Weight Watcher."

Dear Lord, Thank you for letting us survive The joy and pain of the holidays

Jacque Patrick

Tamaqua