Tubiolo's Night Before Christmas

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.
The kids made homemade cookies for Santa tonight,
covered with sprinkles in green, red, and white.
Letters for Santa were left by the cookie plate,
the kids were so anxious, they stayed up so late!
When the children were nestled all snug in mom and dad's bed,
Nintendo's and American Girls danced in their heads.
Mom & dad in their jammies finishing all the gift wrap,
Had just settled down, so desperately wanting a nap.
When out from the closet there arose such a clatter,
We quickly ran to see what was the matter.
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
The hidden Santa toys falling all over, oh dear!
As soon as the kids were out for the night,
we put out the toys and turn out the lights.
Christmas day will be filled with love and laughter so dear,
as the excitement and smiles on their little faces appear.
Looking forward to 2009 with family and friends,
As a new and better chapter in our life begins.
This holiday season has been out of sight,
so, "Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night!"