Christmas Eve

’twas Christmas Eve, 2021

and all through the living room

empty eggnog cartons and Zingers wrappers

were scattered about

leaving no doubt

Santa would be out of luck!

Blu’s Mom and siblings had stopped by

bringing barking tales

and wagging tails

to brighten the winter day

without a single snowflake in the air

so it was doubtful Santa’s sleigh

could slide without a bumpy ride.

Yes, Christmas would definitely be

a setback without more snacks

and treats for the bunch of waggers

so I imagine Santa may stagger

after a few sips of Jack Daniels

on his jolly way to deliver

your presents

but only if you’ve been nice!

Merry (cough, cough) Christmas

Please remember to wear a mask 🙂