Holiday Help

by Beth Alexander Walsh

The holidays are here.

Will my list ever end?

The cards are on the counter,

with no time to send.

The tree is in the corner,

naked to the eye.

The presents are not wrapped,

and I need to bake a pie.

My list keeps on growing

as I stand in one more line.

Should I look for the perfect present

or would a gift card be just fine?

I forgot to book the groomer

so, the dog’s hair won’t be tame.

I also skipped the hairdresser;

dog and I will look the same.

My bank account is dipping and

my head is beginning to ache.

There are no visions of sugarplums,

only cookies I need to bake.

Tree needles cover the floor and

the house could use some cleaning.

I should be making merry and

find some Christmas meaning.

So, Santa I am begging

for you to send some aide.

Send me at least two elves

Or several Merry Maids!

Wishing everyone a SIMPLE and joyous holiday!