Twas the night before Christmas…

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Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the nation
the Christians were having a grand celebration.
They left their offices early and closed all the shops,
and it seemed almost as though the whole world has just stopped.

But hidden away, tucked far out of sight
The Others were having a less silent night.
They emerged from their houses in frolicsome fleets,
Shouting with glee as they danced through the streets:

“Now Muslim! Now Jain! Now, Buddhist and Hindu! 
On, Jewish! On, Pagan! On, Bahá’í and Shinto! 
And all other faiths, and all nonbelievers! 
Get ready for Dim Sum, get ready for movies!”

And so off they went, the whole ethnic flock
to India Palace and Mandarin Wok.
They stuffed themselves silly on dumplings and kheer
only stopping to watch the movies premier

Then they all stayed out late because
none of them had to get home for Santa Clause.
And at the end of the day they said with delight:
“Merry Christmas to some, but to all a good night!”

As per tradition, my alternative Night Before Christmas. Happy whatever you do or do not celebrate!