Twas the night before Christmas...

A Christmas Poem

Bedtime Stories
December 21, 2024•1 min read

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house

A creature was stirring and it was not a mouse.

Her black nose and lips, golden fur shining,

To the kitchen she tip-toed, for trash she’d be dining.

Past the glimmering tree, all lit up with lights,

She snuck to the can, for leftover bites.

Toe nails clicking on the hard tiled floor,

Would the young woman hear her, through her bedroom door?

Mouth is now watering, starting to drool,

Miss Honey was ready for her midnight Yule!

Tidbits of turkey, potatoes, and rolls,

Stuffing, gravy, green bean casserole!

Ice cream and cookies, pumpkin pie and whipped cream,

It smelled so delicious, a doggie's true dream!

She inched even closer, her paws at the ready,

To avoid making noise, she must be so steady!

But then from the bedroom she heard a soft stirring,

“Where are you Honey?” came a sleepy slurring.

The sound of her name made her stop in her tracks,

No longer she planned to fill up with snacks.

Back past the tree, she trotted with care,

Jumped into bed, the young woman did share.

Cuddles and snuggles and ear rubs galore,

Glad not to make a mess on the floor.

The young woman hugged her and both fell asleep,

The midnight raid, a secret to keep.

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from M.K. Corder and The Dog Named Miss Honey Bunny!


M.K. Corder began her journey as a children's book author with a passion for nurturing young imaginations through storytelling. She draws inspiration for writing both as a life-long dog owner and from her career background in healthcare as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. She has seen the power of dogs help non-verbal patients to speak and unmotivated patients to stand, walk, and joyfully participate in therapy. Her own dog of 14 years, who inspired M.K. Corder to begin writing this series, provided her with the love and healing that so many dog owners have experienced and can relate to. Her debut book, The Adventures of a Dog Named Miss Honey Bunny, introduces children to adopting a pet, and encourages supporting a local humane society so they can also know and understand the love of a dog. When not writing, M.K. Corder teaches and provides physical therapy at a local college. She also spends her days walking or paddling with her dog and tinkering in the garden. She resides in the High Plains of Kansas with her husband and dog, where she continues to find joy in exploring the world through a dog's curious eyes.

M.K. Corder

M.K. Corder began her journey as a children's book author with a passion for nurturing young imaginations through storytelling. She draws inspiration for writing both as a life-long dog owner and from her career background in healthcare as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. She has seen the power of dogs help non-verbal patients to speak and unmotivated patients to stand, walk, and joyfully participate in therapy. Her own dog of 14 years, who inspired M.K. Corder to begin writing this series, provided her with the love and healing that so many dog owners have experienced and can relate to. Her debut book, The Adventures of a Dog Named Miss Honey Bunny, introduces children to adopting a pet, and encourages supporting a local humane society so they can also know and understand the love of a dog. When not writing, M.K. Corder teaches and provides physical therapy at a local college. She also spends her days walking or paddling with her dog and tinkering in the garden. She resides in the High Plains of Kansas with her husband and dog, where she continues to find joy in exploring the world through a dog's curious eyes.

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