Narrative Poem (Original Draft)

                                                                   Exceptions

The holidays are always faced with pent up anticipation,

Excited giggles escape the children, they scamper about making trouble.

The men are rowdy; toasts are made this way and that,

And the women are frantic trying to make sure their preparations proceed perfectly.

Some families are rambunctious,

With bawdy laughter echoing off the walls.

Jokes and stories are exchanged, and

Everyone is vying for the spot light.

This family though, they are different.

Their house is abuzz and fervent,

More subtle though than most.

They are close knit and that particular light

Shines through in their eyes.  

They don’t need many gaudy decorations,

The home is dressed up simply.

The way they like it, how it always is.

Hugs and pleasantries are exchanged at the front door,

Done in their soft manner.

Everyone takes time to catch up,

And pictures are taken shortly after dinner.

They don’t need to be like other families.

They way they lean into each other, their smiles,

They say it all.