Erev Christmas

Tonight is Erev Christmas,
A modern contradiction.
It’s time for all to celebrate –
Religion’s no restriction.

In “Seinfeld,” they had Festivus,
Costanzas’ adaptation;
But Erev Christmas could catch on
And be an inspiration.

We’d eat our crispy latkes
Underneath the tinseled tree;
Then we’d light menorah candles,
Red and green though they may be.

We’d spin our dreidels, waiting
For St. Nick to show his face.
We’d leave him jelly donuts
In the Christmas cookies place.

We’d deck the halls with challah
And we’d try to rein in fights
When the kiddies learn their gifts would be
Spread out for eight long nights.

I guess that after all, this combo
May not be ideal,
For holidays are personal
And have their own appeal.

So whether you play dreidel
Or enjoy some Christmas cheer,
Here’s a wish for health and happiness
All through the coming year.