Christmas 2002

          'Twas the day before Christmas, I was down by the bay

Perched on the dock enjoying a cold winter day

There were a few fluffy clouds in a sky so blue

The water was calm with a ripple or two

My gifts were wrapped; decorations were done

I was looking forward to some holiday fun

When out of nowhere there arose such a noise

I forgot about Christmas, its pleasures and joys

For out in the water was something roaring towards me

Not sure what it was, I was ready to flee

When all of a sudden it slowed and I saw

It was nothing to fear or run from at all

'Twas a cherry red jet ski with a fat jolly elf

I realized at once, it was Santa himself

And following behind in sleek motor boats

Were 9 little reindeer in scarves and warm coats

And there in the boats were presents and toys

Ready to deliver to good girls and boys

Santa was now near me on the pier

And whispered something for you all to hear

He wishes you all good health, love and cheer

Today, tomorrow and all through the year

And with a wave of his hand and a wink of his eye

Magically they all flew up in the sky

As they rose out of sight, we too want to say

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year - have a great holiday

Barbara and Bob Fasy