Christmas in Candyland - a Poetic Claim for a Favorite Game

Here's One Way to Slow Down and Enjoy One Another During the Busy Holiday Season

Linda Ann Nickerson

It's Christmastime; let's have some fun,
As everyone is on the run.
We bake and shop and wrap and more,
And rush from store to store to store.

We need a quiet evening in,
But we're not sure where to begin.
Let's make a fire and pop some corn
And play a game that's been well-worn.

Come walk with me in Lollipop Wood,
Hit Gumdrop Pass for something good.
Then toss a kiss to Grandma Nutt,
And Mr. Mint in his red striped hut.

Look out for Gloppy and Queen Frostine,
As we help King Kandy to make the scene.
Please, won't you play a game with me,
It doesn't add one calorie!

It's Christmastime; let's have some fun,
As everyone is on the run.
I'll grab the box; you sit right here,
And we'll enjoy some Christmas cheer.

Published by Linda Ann Nickerson - Featured Contributor in Lifestyle and Sports

Linda Ann Nickerson brings decades of reporting and a globally minded Midwestern perspective to a host of topics, balancing human interest with history, hard facts and often humor.   View profile

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  • Lonnette Harrell 12/11/2007

    Great memories of a fun game!

  • Charlotte Kuchinsky 12/7/2007

    So fun.....

  • Elena H. 12/5/2007

    I'll soon have a chance to do this again-when I have my grand girls all this weekend!

  • Amy Brantley 12/5/2007

    Candyland was so much fun! Great poem!

  • Lori Piper 12/5/2007

    another fiver!!!! love your words!!!!!

  • Cynthia Martin 12/4/2007

    AWE..Thats terrific!! Cyn

  • cathiesbloggs 12/4/2007

    Oh..I like this!!!...

  • Jody 12/4/2007

    Very cute, fun poem!

  • george chavez 12/4/2007

    I enjoy your writing,...this was fun.

  • Mary Lynn 321 12/3/2007

    great poem, loved the game as a kid and when my children were little, soon it will be time to pick up another Candy Land game - for grand children. Hugs Mary

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