Tis the morning before New Year

and all through the house

not a creature is stirring,

not even my spouse.

The kids have all left

some by road, some by air

it’s just coffee for one

and no food to prepare.

The dishwasher’s full

sheets and towels in a pile

I look at them both

and muster a smile.

The holiday passed quickly

and yes, it was fun

but New Year’s approaching

 there’s chores to be done..

The tree must come down

the lights wrapped in tissue

I’m tossing the cookies

tight jeans now the issue.

I want to be ready

our house nice and clean

when we count down to midnight

and 2019.

💜

Happy New Year to all

may the Father above

bless you and your families

with good health and with love.