Long before the first whiff of candy canes rise
A bauble-covered evergreen, enormous in size
Arrives in the mall for all the holiday-hooked
While fat turkey waits to be basted and cooked
Sitting center stage on a velvet couch of green
Glad tidings brought forth before casserole of bean
Dear Father Christmas, old Santa Claus himself
Precedes eggnog, gingerbread, or elf on the shelf
November’s mall Santa has quite an easy gig
Before shopping gets desperate, pushy, and big
Fur-lined coat, hair of white, smiling with ease
He waves at the shoppers, aiming only to please
So if you like your Saint Nicholas full of glee
Don’t wait until the line snakes around the tree
November’s the time to gather up all the holly
And visit the mall for your dose of the Big Jolly
I love our malls Christmas tree, Lil man does too. It’s a great time out for the family and we enjoy it yearly. I was just at our mall and the tree is more beautiful than ever, but definitely up way too early lol. Nice poem:)
Thanks! I was surprised to see Santa, but he was so excited and happy to see us! Sort of made my day.
I’m glad to hear that! 🙂 Santa is one of a kind that’s for sure! We didn’t see Santa, but we also went at a weird time so he could have been away. Bummer
So lovely ❤
Thanks! I’ve been writing heavy poems lately and felt like writing something kind of silly.
Nearly here! How did that happen? It’s exciting though, I ❤️ Christmas
Me too! It always sneaks up on me 🙂
Thanks Bridgette ..but we have our Christmas Trees in our Malls.
Anita
I was actually kind of surprised all the decorations were at the mall already.
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Love the Christmas tree. Amazing words use in poem. I like. 👍 Bridgette
I’m so happy you liked it! Thank you.
You are most welcome 🌷!
nice but far too early
lettuce give thanks
So true! It seems earlier every year.
then let s not. advent in ten daze. catholic ways. stern strict .
Lovely rhythm and beautifully done, Bridgette! 💞💞💞
Thank you! I’m so glad you liked it.
😂 I do find it interesting how people start a two day holiday months in advance. After October is over, Halloween month is over and it’s Christmas vibes until December 20-something then everything is gone or on sale. So interesting here.🤷🏾
Totally! Last year we didn’t get some of the traditional things we like to get because we waited too long. It’s supply issues, yes, but also I think people are just nuts for the holidays. Even William Sonoma had moved their Thanksgiving section to a tiny table in the back corner yesterday. Such a strange world we live in.
So strange and complex!
You know, reading this poem of yours reminded me of a neighbor that did Santa gigs and gave gifts to the old community he used to live in. He did look Caucasian — with white hair and all — so he convincingly pulled off Saint Nick!
What a great memory! Thank you for sharing it with me.
Wonderful writing. I love the flow of it and the lesson at the end.
Thank you so much, Jessica! It’s a bit silly, but I do think its wise advice. Who wants to stand in an hour long Santa line? Also, November Santa seems way more chill.
True!!!! Yesterday at the vets office, we had to wait over an hour… waiting for an hour is trying, at best. Standing in line elsewhere for an hour can get old, too. Haha. PS Silly is nice. Makes me want to try writing something fun, too!
Great write. That time of year again.
Have a wonderful day My Friend.
The old barn
A creaking door
The sound of the wind
– iku
Thank you! May your day be filled with joy!
Cheers. Stay Smiling.
It’s the middle of November and the Christmas “Joy?” is already in full swing. A November-Santa, who would have thought that could be a thing.
Yeah. He was quite lonely. My daughter and I passed him and he lit up with joy. I thought…this isn’t the same man who will be facing down a line of screaming toddlers in a few weeks. The calm before the storm.
No wonder so many of them drink L:-)
Yeah, it’s not a job I’d want for sure!
What a lovely take on November full of glee! I do love it since we can avoid the jolly of Santa if I can stave him off. Next week the fam will be home with xmas movies for the week. Luckily they work full time.. bah humbug.. lol I went to the mall and the red balls everywhere were so bright i had to leave,, 🤣
I do love your poem though!~
Yeah, my husband likes to use the phrase “who threw up Christmas all over the place” anytime we enter a store fully decorated. It’s a bit much, I agree!
That’s so fitting 🤣.. too much! 💞
How fun, Bridgette. I love how “merry” this one is. I’m not ready for Christmas until after Thanksgiving. Then bring it on. 🙂
Thanks! I’m the same, but I tell you, that November mall Santa was bringing it.
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Great slow buildup through those enchanting lines, Bridgette! <3 Better to prepare before the last minute panic-buying crowds swoop in 😉
Thank you. I was enchanted by how relaxed and happy November’s Santa is but not sure I captured that in the verses.
It definitely came across here 🙂 Some clever rhymes you wove throughout – great wordplay!
Thank you so much!
This was a fun one. 🙂
I’m so glad you think so!
Very wise Santa Clause advice!
Thanks for reading my silly poem.
I love this poem, Bridgette. It brightened up an otherwise dull English day for me. Our city Christmas tree isn’t up yet, but I daresay it will be before much longer. The Christmas lights are lighting up the dark evenings now, though, although, this year, for the sake of the planet, the lights are only switched on from 3 pm until 11 pm rather than all day and night. It will save some precious energy. As for Christmas itself, I’m not a great fan as I usually spend the holiday on my own. Still, at least I’ve got Peanut, and she will get a sachet of turkey dinner. I’m vegan, so I usually make something yummy with lots of veggies and, of course, the obligatory sage and onion stuffing. Merry advanced Christmas to you, Bridgette. Thinking of you and your family as always. With love Xx 💖
Thank you, Ellie. I’m sorry Christmas isn’t a happy time for you. That’s how I feel about Thanksgiving. For years it’s just been our little family of four and I’d be sad we didn’t have a big extended family to invite over. For some reason, a few years ago, I was able to let go of that. I stopped wishing our family looked like those depicted on TV or movies, and started being grateful for our little Thanksgiving traditions—we watch the Macy’s parade while eating a meat/cheese tray, my husband BBQ’s our turkey while I make only a few sides so it’s not stressful or wasteful, we use the fancy dishes and dress up, and we take our holiday card photo in the backyard. It’s really nice and peaceful.
Effortless rhyme, Bridgette! That tree is enormous! 🙂
Thanks! It really is huge! The Santa line actually goes through it.
So rich poem it is
Thanks!
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