Twas the night before Christmas, the kids tucked in soundly,
when I heard the soft stirring of batter for brownies!
In a matter of minutes from the kitchen arose
the loveliest smell to hit anyones nose.
I tried to be strong, but my healthy resolve,
did slowly and surely begin to dissolve.
The holiday cookies, the cupcakes, the brittle,
with those tasty treats I could have just a little.
These brownies were different and hard to resist,
my husband was certainly off the “Nice” list!
I tried to ignore, the sweet, luscious smell
from the rich, warm, dark chocolate treats he made well.
I crept down the staircase on soft, silent feet
to just get a glimpse of my favorite sweet.
When the timer went “ding” I was off like a shot
and attacked that hot pan, right there on the spot!
The first, the second, the sixth bite was heaven,
but my tummy was telling me, “Please stop at seven!”
My moment of gluttony passed rather quickly,
when the smile on my face began to turn sickly.
And the last thing I thought as I groaned in the night...
”Please enjoy Christmas but try to eat right!!”
Happy and healthy holidays to you!
MM
