A Christmas Poem

'Twas three days after Christmas, the house still a mess,
With no plans on cleaning tonight, I confess.
The tree still up decorated and lit,
The stockings still hung, and here I still sit.

The children are hopped up on cookies and sweets,
Eagerly awaiting their next round of treats.
All of their new toys are strewn all around,
With giggles of happiness in the background.

I've gained 20 pounds, of this I am sure,
Months of diet and exercise I will have to endure.
Then out from the kitchen arose such a shout,
I sprang from the couch to see what was about.

Daddy holding his head letting out a big sigh,
was going over Christmas bills with a glazed look in his eye.
"$150 to Toys R Us, what is this?"
He shouted and screamed and shook both his fists.

"And Target and Wal-mart, the list never ends,
And Kohl's and Penny's, how much did you spend?"
I just smiled and gave him a great big bear hug,
and at his heartstrings I gave a small tug.

"It was worth it to see their smiles and joy,
Once a year we can splurge so they can enjoy."
He softened and grinned, my words he let soak,
Merry Christmas to all, we are totally broke!