A Child's Story

I woke with a start

In the still of the night

Somebody from the chimney

Had appeared in sight.

With an eager feeling

Of happiness and anticipation

I knew him to be Santa

Coming to give me presents.

 I dreamed of toy cars

And of toy guns  and chocolate bars .

Surely Santa would bring me these

Santa will you , please ?

I opened my eyes

And stared through the gloom

Strangely I did not see anything

Only the walls of my room !

It's really most distressing

No presents  from the chimney down .

I would  not feel so eager

Next time Santa came around !