Pots and pans

Messy hands

Batter and Splatter

None of it matters

Seeing them enjoy every bite

Fills my heart with such delight

Dirty dishes

Wishbone wishes

Smiles on every face

Thinking a silent grace

Remembering those no longer here

Memories we all hold dear

Wine is flowing

Laughter is growing

Food is getting cold

Not a single story is old

Ladies hustle and bustle

Men don't move a muscle

Table is cleared

Kids all disappeared

Until the desserts arrive

Try them all we do strive

They all look so tasty

Everything from pies to pastry

Coffee is poured

Kids getting bored

Buttons are popping

Binge slowly stopping

One more washer load

Almost time for guests to hit the road

Pack up some doggy bags

Find a turkey leg to snag

Round up the family

Say farewell to happy insanity

Give everyone a long goodbye

Each takes forever, not gonna lie

Another gathering in the books

One more year I got to cook

I thank the good god above

For keeping safe the ones I love

I look forward to the next time we unite

But for now I bid you all a good night.