I heard the bells ring Christmas Day
As joyfully I chewed away,
The reindeer said, “WHO
On my antlers does chew?”
“I’m guilty,” was all I could say.
“I’m leaving,” the reindeer announced,
“Come down or you’ll surely get bounced.”
“No, I can hang on,
For the time that we’re gone,”
I foolishly squeaked and pronounced.
I shivered and held on so tight,
This trip might just cause me a fright,
The wind whistled past,
We were going so fast,
“Merry Christmas to all and goodnight.”

December 17, 2025 at 12:11 am
This is wonderful
Merry Christmas
Erika
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December 17, 2025 at 7:29 am
Thanks for chiming in, Erika. Have a wonderful Christmas.Watch for Crispin riding along with the reindeer this year.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:23 am
That’s such an adorable picture and a very sweet poem, Anneli. 😊
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December 17, 2025 at 4:29 am
Ahhh, the antics of squirrels. Merry Christmas Anneli. Allan
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December 17, 2025 at 7:23 am
Who knew they were flying along, hitching a ride on reindeer antlers? Wonders never cease.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:56 am
Aw, this is so wonderful, Anneli! 🥰❤️
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December 17, 2025 at 7:18 am
Thanks John.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:45 am
❤️☺️
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December 17, 2025 at 7:02 am
Clever conundrum.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:17 am
Furry freeloader on fearful, fantastic flight.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:29 am
LOL
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December 17, 2025 at 7:33 am
What a delightful poetic story!
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December 17, 2025 at 7:50 am
Thanks for visiting, Jacqui..
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December 17, 2025 at 8:04 am
ha, great pic and truly beautiful story!
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December 17, 2025 at 9:34 am
Thanks so much, Kiki. I’m glad it gave you a smile.
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December 17, 2025 at 8:11 am
I had a good laugh and love this story with the squirrel and the antlers. That´s how Christmas should be, full of wonders and happiness.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:33 am
The Captain says it’s goofy, but I told him limericks are supposed to be goofy. Still he enjoyed the fun too.
I’m glad you had a laugh over my squirrels riding around to the North pole and back. I hope he hangs on.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:08 am
An unlikely pairing…probably turning into the best of friends after that ride. Great picture and word picture alike!
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December 17, 2025 at 9:35 am
Thank you, Bruce. Unlikely for sure. Still, it wouldn’t hurt to watch the reindeer this year to see if there’s a little squirrel clinging to the antlers for dear life this year.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:05 am
I love every bit of this post. That photo is so cute and the limerick made me feel as if I was riding with that little squirrel…love it! 🙂
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December 17, 2025 at 11:10 am
I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, Mags. I had fun making it up (rolling my eyes a bit as I wrote it).
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December 17, 2025 at 11:30 am
A very sweet verse.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:32 am
Crispin thanks you, Belinda.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:05 pm
Hi Anneli, it’s Marsha enjoying your Christmas Eve limericks with Crispin and Santa at the North Pole and back, smiling. 🙂
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December 17, 2025 at 2:58 pm
Crispin says hi. He hopes you’re enjoying the nice weather. We’re envious.
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December 18, 2025 at 2:44 am
What a lovely picture and poem. I hope the little squirrel held tight and enjoyed his ride!
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December 18, 2025 at 9:32 am
Good thing he had his fur coat on.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:25 am
I absolutely love this, Anneli. Your words are delightful and that photo is adorable! Thanks for the smile. 🥰
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December 18, 2025 at 9:27 am
Thanks, Lauren. What a ride that would be!
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December 18, 2025 at 12:21 pm
Loved the spontaneity of this antler ride. You know, it just might have happened. Merry Christmas!
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December 18, 2025 at 2:46 pm
I’ll ask Crispin. Merry Christmas to you too.
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December 19, 2025 at 6:26 am
Absolutely adorable photo and poem to go with it.
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December 19, 2025 at 8:39 am
Thanks, Carol. My squirrels keep me entertained.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:21 am
I love this Anneli!
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December 21, 2025 at 11:32 am
Thanks, Jennie. That’s the kindergarten teacher in you.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:59 pm
Yes, it is!
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December 22, 2025 at 5:02 pm
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December 22, 2025 at 5:34 pm
This was so sweet, both the pic and the words. 😋
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December 22, 2025 at 7:25 pm
Glad you liked it, Debby.
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