In-Laws

1st day it is good to see how they are,
but it’s a pain trying to get repair on my car.
2nd day has us playing cards all night,
but to maneuver in my house is a fight.
3rd day I have no T.V. to watch and rest,
but another day with them would be my best test.
4th day I think I have had enough of their way.
Yes it is positive I just want them to go away.
5th they ask if they could stay one more day,
I almost shout, but then my wife says they could stay.
6th day I stay locked up in my room hoping this would end,
and wonder if I should go to a friend.
7th day I look in the icebox for something to eat,
then I see a piece of cheese is the only treat.
8th day I consider the stake knife,
then out of desperation I talk to my wife.
9th day she tells them it was nice but they will have to go,
they agree then start, but so very slow.
Morning turns into afternoon,
But they don’t leave until setting of the moon.
My wife, understand, I love her to no end,
But let me give you a secret my friend.
When in-laws come to your door,
Your freedom, and private life is no more.

Written By
Robert Lee Niswander
Copyright 2004