T'was the night before school...

and all through the house...

plans were being by hatched by three kids and a mouse.

In a final farewell to a holiday just gone

they planned to have dinner out near the lawn.

In the moonlight our Mexican feast lay spread

while that one little mouse snuggled down in his bed-

safe from the cat who was prowling around,

sniffing at the salsa and quiche that he found.

Two happy daughters were eating their fill

while one little guy got his dinner to spill.

Enter the cat who loves food to fall

and who was more than happy to eat it all.

As the stars came out and the night grew dark

Daddy grabbed some marshmallows and lighted a spark

soon all were toasting their treats by the fire

while far above them the moon rose higher.

Then mummy spoiled all the fun when she said:

"My Little darlings it's time for bed."

With reluctant feet they trailed inside

and said goodnight with arms open wide.

With marshmallowy smiles they were tucked into bed

and as sleep slowly claimed them stories were read.

What tomorrow will bring only tomorrow will tell

So sweet dreams little ones... all is well...

Hmmm. Upon rereading I find this very lame and sappy...I may have to delete this this post.