‘Twas the afternoon of Thanksgiving and all through the nation
Family and friends gather to eat, pray and give thanks to the Lord in heaven– long standing traditions
So stuff ourselves, stuff ourselves, stuff ourselves more
Turkey and dressing, ham, casseroles and grandma’s desserts galore
A morning practice with a state title in sight
South Pitt, the Irish, a den full of Red Bank Lions and a Ram Train – a championship will be their delight
The older folks, in shape they believe, head to the park for a friendly game of touch or maybe more
But by Black Friday morn they beg for ice packs, Ben Gay and Flex-all 454
The familiar call of ‘One Mississippi, Two Mississippi’ rings out to slow down the defensive rush
As old quarterbacks believe they still have that magic touch
Hand shakes and high fives after great runs and long passes and the big turkey leg for the triumphant
Now let’s head to the house for desserts – pecan, apple and pumpkin
We are blessed in America, oh yes indeed
Let’s not forget to give a helping hand and hot meals to those in need
Happy Thanksgiving and God Bless Us Everyone
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