JOSE SANDOVAL WISHES ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS

Christmastime is here again

and visions of buñelos dance ‘round my head. 

There is no snow, nor rain or sleet, 

to distress us here in the RGV.

Oh Christmas Eve is here again, 

and now’s the time for family and friends

to gather ‘round and enjoy together

tamales, pozole, and warm Christmas weather. 

The house is abuzz with the feel of good cheer, 

regardless of la suegra’s jeers.

Loteria is on the agenda tonight 

And winning posito is on everyone’s mind. 

The children run amok outside, 

leaving ample time to “comadrear.”

And while the Cowboys are on screen, 

The men won’t budge from their pews, I mean, seats. 

We wait this year for Southmost’s cheers 

and for la pitada to crack open beers. 

The Herbalife can start next week,

For now, pass the champurado, please!