The stage is set…the runway lit…the audience is in place…Resa’s Chickmas Fashion Show is about to begin!

First up is the ever lovely Holly in her Yule ball gown.  Her red hair highlighted by her gorgeous floor length, off the shoulder, gown of pinks and reds.  A crown, fit for a Yule Ball Queen, sits upon her head, adding an extra sparkle to her overall look.  Her opera length gloves, a final touch to her holiday glamor.  Art Gown Model Holly, is simply stunning in Resa’s one of a kind, holiday design.

 

Next is lovely Dale, holding her red velvet bag of candy canes, dressed in a gown that reflects the Northern Lights.  Greens and reds glimmer in the light, a faux fur trim at her shoulders and the edges of her glittering mittens and holiday hat, as stars sparkle around her.  A gorgeous addition to any party, in one of Resa’s fabulous designs.

Holly returns in a beautiful, long, form fitting, one shouldered copper colored gown.  The epitome of the holiday spirit.  Her sleeve draws the eye to the perfection of this amazing hand made gown.  Holly is the spirit of all Solstice and Yule celebrations.

 

Finally, we have Gigi, in a truly glittering, Christmas gown of greens and white.  The bodice is form fitting, and her gloves, in mismatched colors, add to the fun of this incredibly festive gown. The floor length gown sparkles and shines with every step, a flower at the waist.  Covered in stars and glitter, a red Santa hat completes the picture of this fabulous design by Resa.

 

Resa, and the fashion show, received a standing ovation.  Everyone loved the gowns and the Sewing Committee and Costume Committee asked Resa to show them some more sewing tricks.  She said she would, of course.

The show was a smashing success, thanks to Designer Resa and her wonderful gowns.

Chickmas gifts…

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Noel is putting out the Chickmas gifts for the birds…

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Merry CHICKMAS from everyone at The Coop…(there’s a morning poetry reading taking place but they didn’t want to miss the chance to wish you a wonderful day)

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Story time after breakfast. Some of the chicklets were still tired from last night’s party, but Beth read Chickmas tales and the audience was delighted.

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One last poem from the chicklets…

Twas
the
eve
before
chickmas
and
all
through
The
Coop
the
chicklets
were
peeping
and
looking
for
loot
they
ate
all
the
cookies
the
bread
and
the
corn
and
nothing
was
left
for
the
next
Chickmas
morn

 

the
hens
shook
their
feathers
and
went
right
to
work
chirping
and
peeping
they
turned
with
a
jerk
to
see
their
sweet
chicklets
all
fuzzy
and
bright
they
knew
they’d
be
baking
well
into
the
night

 

tiny
wings
started
flapping
and
joy
filled
the
air
cuz
the
meaning
of
Chickmas
is
to
love
share
and
care

 

 

Post Scrip:  This poem was a collaborative effort by chicklets, Zack, Martha and Zoe, who, with the backing of the other chicklets, wanted to thank the hens for their hard work.

 

Poetry Slam…Chickmas…

The Poetry Committee has decided to try something new this time.  Kind of swinging into the new year…so here they are…

 

CHICHKMAS
by Chicklet Tammy

snow covers The Coop
in a blanket of white
it lights up the earth
all through the night
we can make snow people
and have lots of fun
I love all the chicklets
I’m glad that I’m one

PEACE
by Chicklet Thistle

I think peace should be for everyone
no one should have to be afraid
we are the lucky ones
safe where we are
but it’s wrong
that everyone isn’t safe where they are
the planet is calling for help
and still the humans chose to fight
and destroy
we could help them
but they don’t believe that chicklets
know anything
they’re wrong
about so many things

HAPPINESS
by Chicklet Colin

I think everyone can be happy
if only the bad people will stop
doing bad things
we are all happy at The Coop
everyone is loved
and appreciated
everyone has the support
of everyone else
we are all on committees
doing things that are fun
and we learn all the time
we are never afraid
we have lots of corn and seeds
no one is selfish
chicklets are love with feathers

CATS
by Kitty Meow

Cats are fantastic
you all know that that’s true
we live here with chicklets
and every other animal you can imagine
and we don’t kill or eat them
you might wonder why
I know I did
when I first arrived
it’s pretty simple really
there’s so much kindness
and love around here
even we
the top predators in the world
just can’t help but be nice
it gets easier
I mean the babies sleep on us
rub their beaks against our faces
to show they love us
the mice dance and play around us
so now I just go along with everything
and enjoy the sweet life
I haven’t killed a bird in five years
hard to believe
I know
for me too
but the birds are friends
at least they are around here
I still hunt
it’s who I am
but I’ll guard this place
with my claws out
no one touches anyone here
not while I’m in charge

And now, for the swinging poet
CHICKMAS by Chicklet Lee Lee

Chickmas is a special time
twinkle lights make everyone happy
our guests are wonderful
the humans are fun to be around
they would never hurt or eat us
because they have the Chicklet spirit in their hearts
they are kind and generous
alway willing to help
they laugh a lot and give us treats
teach us things
and they are always smiling
and reaching out to pet us
we love them very much
and are grateful that they come to our parties

 

That concludes the Chickmas Poetry Slam for the night.  Now everyone is trying to get Lee Lee off the swing without dropping her.  More to come.

 

The entertainment has begun…Trixie and Mona are introducing the first act…

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Guess who just woke up…late for breakfast but excited about Story Time, Holly’s corn bread, Resa’s fashion show and Dale’s biscotti. There’s enough time to get everything done, even if one is wearing pajamas.

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The warming bunnies are very busy keeping watch over the new hatchlings. They are so dedicated to making sure everyone is well and warm.

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