Christmas 2008

‘Twas a few weeks before Christmas on a cold, wintry day

I was going shopping from OC to Cape May

Stores in these towns were unique and quite small

The selection was different than found at the mall

We crossed the bridge to Strathmere/Sea Isle

Most shops were closed, we stayed a short while

Next was Avalon, then the Stone Harbor boutiques

We wanted to stay and shop for weeks

The stores were crowded with shoppers like me

They all carried packages and one had a tree

Despite their quest for that perfect gift or toy

The spirit of Christmas prevailed – what a joy

We continued our trip south on Ocean Drive

But something was different - the air came alive

Something magical was happening “down the shore”

The Wildwood boardwalk was different than before

Missing were the barkers and all their noise

Hawking their enormous and varied stuffed toys

Also noticeably missing, besides the crowds on the sand,

Was the “Watch the tram car please” command

All Morey’s Piers had somehow now become one

Filled with Santa’s helpers having so much fun

And there was Santa looking fat and so jolly

In his bright red suit trimmed with berries and holly

The amusements were full of reindeer and elves

Who obviously were thoroughly enjoying themselves

They were laughing, squealing and screaming this day

As were those in the water park splashing away

Santa wanted to treat all those who worked day and night

Helping him get ready for his worldwide flight

So here they were riding, eating and having fun

“Thank you Santa and helpers for all you have done”

No one will ever forget the thrill of the girls and boys

When they open their gifts and see all their toys

The gifts of love and the gifts of sharing

Are all encompassed in these gifts of caring

May you all have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Barbara and Bob Fasy