Twas 16 days before Christmas

when Bud Hartwell and his missus 

decided to host a party with the most 

food that was devinely delicious

To the hills of Harbison Canyon we flew driving our Volvo's like so many do

And arriving in time for that first glass of wine 

And a few beers and sodas too

As we glanced through the windows of Bud's large Barn 

We saw rolling green hills and mountains and farms 

There was tire kicking and talk and lots of good cheer 

and plenty of laughter that you could hear

Inside the Barn there were plenty of cars

And more 1800's that parked under the stars 

There was "hoisted" food on Bud's new toy 

And Mercedes and Triumphs to see and enjoy

When we left the Barn and went up to the house

We found Christine working like a little Christmas mouse 

There was a tree with decos and a big bow on top 

Beneath were gifts and plush animals for tots

How generous were 23 members who thought 

There might be a child that may do without

We shared laughter, stories and some car talk too

And wondered about Christmas and each little "Whoa"

Then away to the exceptional buffet we flew 

Earlier we had peeked, so we already knew

That there was fresh ham and salads and meat 

And lucious desserts that were a real special treat 

Piling our plates high with goodies galore 

It wasn't difficult to go back for more

The spirit was with us it was easy to tell

We all wanted to linger and sit for a spell

And listen to what President Russ had to say 

And watched as he gave plenty of T -Shirts away

There were prizes for playing a silly old game

About knowing your states that had a funny name 

And when it came time to say our good-bye's

We all hugged and kissed and had hope in our eyes 

For extending best wishes for all close and dear

A joyous holiday season and successful New Year 

Wishing Merry Christmas to all as we drove out of sight