Drawing of a grinning, sentient hamburger flashing the peace sign with both hands paired with the design of a basket of yams, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Turkey’s basic. Yams? Blasé. How about burgers This Thanksgiving Day?

Hamburger helpers... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a cute little grandmother sitting on an easy chair reading a book paired with the design of butterscotch candy rolled in plastic, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Pinching cheeks And butterscotch, When it’s your turn On Grandma Watch!

Grandma Watch... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a rolled up piece of measuring tape paired with the design of golden brown turkey on a platter, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Gained about a Whole waist size, Pigging out on Turkey thighs!

Call the seamstress... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a pair of faded blue jeans paired with the design of a serving bowl full of tempting green beans, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Turkey, stuffing And green beans, Why’d I wear These stupid jeans!?

Dress code dilemma... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a football paired with the design of word bubble full of “Zzzzz’s,” both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Ball game on And belly full, Hard to resist a Turkey Nap’s pull…

Turkey Nap... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a pair of pink boxer shorts covered in bright red hearts paired with the design of a stack of dirty dishes piled high, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Skipped my belt (And also, pants), To give my gorging Half a chance!

Daring dress code... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a shirt and tie combo paired with the design of loosely looped belt, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: All dressed up For Turkey Day! (Skipped the belt, If that’s okay?!)

No one will notice... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a handmade, cartoon “Reserved” sign paired with the design of Thanksgiving turkey running for its life in the opposite direction, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Every year it’s Just the same: The kiddie table Bears my name!

Name game... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a giant, golden brown turkey drumstick paired with the design of gravy boat drizzling a single drop of glistening gravy, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Lumps are on the bottom, Lumps are on the top; My sister made the gravy, Dear Lord, make it stop!

Saving grace... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a giant, golden brown turkey drumstick paired with the design of green hi-top sneaker, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: The frost is on the pumpkin, Dead leaves are on my shoe; And I’m about to dive into A big drumstick or two!

Dueling drumsticks... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a Thanksgiving turkey with its feathers still on running for its life paired with the design of a smirking young boy aiming a sling shot in his general direction, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Turkey Day is Always scary. (When your seat’s By Cousin Larry!)

Scary Larry... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a cute little old man with his pants pulled up high and holding a cane paired with the design of Thanksgiving turkey wearing a paper bag over his head, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: We all got Red in the face, When they let Grandpa Say the grace…

Grandad jokes... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a sentient slice of pecan pie grinning paired with the design of brand new can of whip cream with the cap still on, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Pies of pumpkin And pecan; Grab a slice Before they’re gone!

Grab a slice... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a smiling dog wearing a matching scarf and ski cap set paired with the design of bone sticking out of a doggie bowl, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Set a place For Fido dear, Now he’s grinning Ear to ear!

The doggy table... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a sentient potato wearing shoes and smiling innocently paired with the design of metal potato masher, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Taters mashed And gravy brown, Excuse me while I chow on down!

Gravy brown... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a pink pastry box full of donuts in a variety of flavors paired with the design of a word bubble filled with the letters “Zzzzz,” both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: While the family’s Busy snoozing, The dessert table I’ll be cruising!

Sugar rush... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a raw turkey with its feathers plucked strutting around in a pair of oversized sunglasses paired with the design of bowl full of fresh stuffing, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Wait a second, You’re not bluffing? THAT’S why they Call it stuffing?!?

Mind blown... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a freshly roasted Thanksgiving turkey still steaming paired with the design of an old-fashioned radio with musical notes oozing from the speaker, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Still savoring The turkey smells When Dad starts Playing “Jingle Bells”!

Rushing the season... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a shopping cart loaded down with groceries paired with the design of Thanksgiving turkey wearing a pilgrim hat and waving a bottle of wine, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Grocery shopping, Gobble, gobble, As the cart wheels Wobble, wobble…

Gobble, wobble... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a pair of blue-grey drawstring pants paired with the design of pile of potatoes getting mashed, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Pants that stretch Are now in fashion, What with all the Tater mashin’!

Fashion plate... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a bread basket heaping with different kinds of rolls paired with the design of pair of feet in pineapple socks standing on a bathroom scale, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Rolls of every Shape and size, Going straight To my thighs!

Happens every time... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a black and white “Censored” square paired with the design of a basket of yams straight from the field, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Ate some yams Upon a dare, First time Mommy Heard me swear!!

Sorry, Mommy... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a sentient Christmas tree and a smiling cookie joined together paired with the design of smiling, running candy corn, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Poor Thanksgiving, Stuck between Christmas Day And Halloween!

Middle child... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of an orange T-shirt with brown stripes paired with the design of a slice of pumpkin pie with a dollop of whip cream on top, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Pants too tight and Stretching shirt. Haven’t even Had dessert!!

Can’t stop now... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a golden brown Thanksgiving turkey about to get carved paired with the design of an empty plate with a single fork resting in the middle, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Turkey, gravy, Pumpkin pie. Second helping? I’ll sure try!!

Seconds... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a smiling, sentient wedge of cheese giving the thumbs-up sign paired with the design of red, white and blue “Vote” button, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Who picked turkey For this day? Did mac ‘n cheese Not get a say?

Election Day... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a sentient cranberry mold peeking over the lid of an open can of cranberry sauce paired with the design of sentient, smiling slice of pumpkin pie giving the peace sign, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Cranberry jelly Shaped like a can. Looks kinda funny, But I’m a huge fan!

Big can fan... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

Drawing of a polka dot sundress with a big brown stain in the middle paired with the design of sentient, smiling trophy in the corner, both graphics in support of a poem by Rusty Fischer that reads: Gravy splashed On Sister’s dress. Turkey Day? A BIG success!

Mission accomplished... A Thanksgiving poem #thanksgivingpoem #kidlit #thanksgivingpoems #childrenspoetry #kidslit #childrenspoems #thanksgiving

🦃🥩”Turkey And Ham” by Victoria Tongol🦃🥩
🦃🥩As You Could See. The Food Is Done and Ready To Eat. Some Of Us Can’t Wait To Get a Bite of Turkey and Ham🦃🥩

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🦃🥩”Turkey And Ham” by Victoria Tongol🦃🥩

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