Christmas Time’s a comin’ –
and all the kids are runnin’,
here and there and everywhere –
just to spread some Christmas cheer!

They’re snooping around the Christmas tree –
“Hey, don’t shake that present, it’s for me.”
Moms and dads are pulling hair –
the Christmas spirit is in the air.

The baby is crying and there is danger –
Johnny’s climbing into the manger.
The lights are flashing, some aglow –
and grandpa has wandered out, into the snow.

“Get him in here before he freezes –
can’t he feel those northern breezes?
“Susie, tap grandma on the shoulder –
she’s a snoring, but don’t knock her over.”

“Listen children, I hear some bells” –
“Mommy?” “Yes, Robin?” “Something smells!”
“Hey honey, don’t be so hyper –
it’s just the baby dirtying his diaper!”

“Daddy? Junior is getting aggravating. –
He’s watching TV and it’s got an R rating.”
“Daddy, are we getting a lot of toys?”
“Not unless you’re real good girls and boys!”

“OK kids, it’s time to go to bed –
daddy and mommy are about to drop dead.
But, before you go, let’s say a prayer –
that Santa won’t get sick again this year!

Don’t forget to brush your teeth -
and don’t come down the stairs to peep.
Wash your hands and turn out the lights –
if you want Santa Claus to come tonight.”

Yes, Christmas time’s a comin’ –
but the kids are no longer runnin’,
they’re fast asleep in snowy weather –
and Santa is putting toys together!

© Deacon Steve A. Politte
Dec. 12, 2005