Holiday Ease

Set down, the fire is warm.

Take off your wet coat.

The smells of ham to your nose swarm.

You smile and think of this boat.

We’re out on the lake and enjoying this.

There’s time to wash up for the meal.

There are games you don’t want to miss.

It’s about loving the time and what you feel.

The cracked pepper engulfs the senses.

You smile with your aged skin.

After dinner you play a game of tenses.

Your chortle enlightens the raucous din.

You are our patriarch and deserve the best.

You have championed all of the rest.