Hustle and bustle – it’s Thanksgiving Day
smell the roast turkey, croissants on the tray
cranberries cooking by buttered green beans
sweet potato casserole fit for a queen
mashed potatoes, a mixed relish dish
the dressing and gravy fulfill every wish
candles are placed on the table to burn,
as scriptures are read, each one in turn
favorite choices of grapes from the vine
crystal flutes glisten with red and white wine
oh, don’t forget Mom’s “turkey bird” toy
pull on his string and he’ll sing you a song
“hey, good lookin’ - whatcha got cookin’”
pretty soon everyone’s singing along
at last, all the fixings are ready to eat
Dad rings the bell - we all take a seat
giving thanks to the Lord, heads bow to pray
for all of the blessings He’s given each day
after we’re stuffed, and last-but-not-least
whipped cream ‘n’ pumpkin pie tops off the feast.
now pour the hot coffee - it’s about time to play
turn on the TV –It’s football today!
Lorene Rogers© November 26, 2022
Goodness gracias sake's alive, Susan. Thank you for re-posting this - it was written from my heart... isn't this what we're all about? Indeed, let's all give a shout for one of the most enjoyable - even sacred - holidays in the good ol' USA!😉
Re-reading this wonderful poem as Thanksgiving 2023 approaches - I still love this! Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!
Great poetry
You've captured our family's experience!