We are very lucky to welcome Judy E. Martin to the party today with a special poem for Christmas. Judy published her collection earlier this year Rhymes of the Times which has enjoyed great reviews. A little more about that later…. first however… here is Judy’s gift for us today.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Judy E. Martin

‘Twas the night before Christmas, with presents to wrap
The turkey still thawing, no time for a nap!
The stocking was dragged out from last year
We’re hoping and praying St Nick will appear!

Miss Hap was all nestled snugly in bed
With iPhones and Converses going around in her head
Mr Grump, me and Roxy at last went to bed
To get ourselves rested for the big day ahead!

When out on the square there arose such a row
I awoke to see what was happening now!
I looked out…