Funny Poems About Food and Feasting
Enjoy poems that capture the humor of Thanksgiving feasting, from turkey overload to pie indulgence.Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
If only thanksgiving was every month
A feast I would enjoy
But then I got to thinking
My diet it would destroy.
But the food we eat at Thanksgiving,
The turkey and the pumpkin pie
It is all so good and tasty,
To say otherwise is a lie.
And, then there are the relatives
Who gather each year
Some of them drive me crazy
But really they are all so dear.
Maybe it is good that
Thanksgiving only comes once a year
It makes us realize
That Christmas is near.
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Thanksgiving pies, they smell so good
Memories from my childhood
When Grandma baked the pies
They tasted better than french fries.
Thanksgiving is a time to share
But in my family who would dare
My brother has his homemade pie
And says, "You touch my plate, you will die."
The conversation comes stops
As everyone likes their chops
Savoring that piece of pie
We finish with a sigh!
We have to wait another year
for Grandma's pies we give three cheers.
It would not be Thanksgiving day
Without Grandma's pie for the holiday
Poet: Unknown
May your stuffing be tasty.
May your turkey be plump.
May your potatoes and gravy have not a lump.
May your yams be delicious and your pies take the prize,
And may your Thanksgiving dinner stay off your thighs!
Thanksgiving Poems
Poet: Edgar A. Guest
What’s the matter with you - ain’t I always been your friend?
Ain’t I been a partner to you? All my pennies don’t I spend
In gettin’ nice things for you? Don’t I give you lots of cake?
Say, stummick, what’s the matter, that you had to go an’ ache?
Why, I loaded you with good things; yesterday I gave you more
Potatoes, squash an’ turkey than you’d ever had before.
I gave you nuts an’ candy, pumpkin pie an’ chocolate cake,
An’ las’ night when I got to bed you had to go an’ ache.
Say, what’s the matter with you - ain’t you satisfied at all?
I gave you all you wanted, you was hard jes’ like a ball,
An’ you couldn’t hold another bit of puddin’, yet las’ night
You ached mos’ awful, stummick; that ain’t treatin’ me jes’ right.
I’ve been a friend to you, I have, why ain’t you a friend o’ mine?
They gave me castor oil last night because you made me whine.
I’m awful sick this mornin’ an’ I’m feelin’ mighty blue,
Because you don’t appreciate the things I do for you.
Key Reflections in these Poems
- Thanksgiving is a time for delicious food and joyful gatherings, highlighting the importance of indulging in festive treats like turkey, pies, and all the sides.
- While family gatherings can be chaotic and humorous, they are also cherished moments. The poems reflect a mix of annoyance and affection for relatives, emphasizing that these interactions are an integral part of the holiday experience.
- The poems humorously touch on the consequences of overeating during the holiday, showcasing a light-hearted acknowledgment of dietary indulgence while celebrating the overall joy of Thanksgiving.
Related: Thanksgiving Wishes
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Humorous Poems About Family and Gatherings
Laugh at the funny moments of family get-togethers, from quirky relatives to memorable gatherings.Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
We all gather for Thanksgiving dinner
Family we are, each one of us a winner.
Teasings and jesters are spread around
And others just act like true clowns.
Thanksgiving only comes once a year
I love my family, I truly think they are dear.
But you can go a little crazy if the time is too long
You see some of them think they can do no wrong.
And then there are those who break out in song
You want to stop and give them a gong.
Hugs and kisses at the end of the day
As Thanksgiving is over and we send them away.
Poet: Catherine Pulsifer
Turkey, turkey, gobble, gobble
I ate so much I now hobble.
Thanksgiving dinner we give thanks
A day without any funny pranks.
We gather together, happy we are
Some of us came from afar.
To share in a feast set for a king
Oh, what a wonderful feeling.
And as we all wobble away
We give thanks for the great buffet.
We will gather again next year
We wish all the best to our family dear!
Happy Thanksgiving Quotes
Poet: Edgar A. Guest
You've heard a lot about the time
That father carved the duck,
And how the bird jumped off the plate
And father cursed his luck.
Since then he's never had a chance
To test his carving skill,
For mother always wields the knife.
And mother always will.
Somehow, when mother carves a goose,
A turkey or a roast.
She wastes no time, as father would,
In idle jest or boast;
But straightway goes about the task,
And no one has to wait
For mother to reclaim the bird
Because it leaves the plate.
She separates the joints with ease,
She knows just where they are;
For her it doesn't seem hard work
The way it is with pa.
The gravy does not fly about
And scatter far and near;
When mother starts to carve the duck
There's not a thing to fear.
Poor father says he keenly feels
That he is in disgrace;
He often begs of mother to
Let him redeem his place.
But mother snubs him with a word,
Her will he cannot buck;
For she recalls to mind the day
That father carved the duck.
Thanksgiving Day has little charm
For father, for he knows
That he must watch while mother carves,
Remaining in repose.
He's waited now for many years,
And prayed that she'd get stuck;
He wants to get another chance
To try to carve a duck.
Oh, how he wishes that her knife
Would suddenly let fly;
That she would make a slip, as he
Had made in years gone by;
That she would fail, as he had failed,
That she would meet his luck;
But nothing ever happens when
Our mother carves the duck.
Key Reflections in these Poems:
- Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings filled with laughter, teasing, and playful antics, creating a joyful and memorable atmosphere.
- The poems humorously capture the experience of overindulging in the delicious feast, leading to feelings of fullness and wobbling away from the table, highlighting the festive spirit of the meal.
- The dynamics of family roles during Thanksgiving are explored, particularly through the humorous struggle between parents, showcasing the comedic side of traditional tasks like carving the turkey and the ongoing rivalry between family members' cooking skills.
Related: Thanksgiving Blessings
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Funny Thanksgiving Wishes Poems
Light-hearted poems that send funny, festive wishes to make Thanksgiving even more joyful.May your turkey dance and your pies be grand,
With stuffing that’s fluffier than you had planned.
May laughter fill your home and good food fill your plate,
Wishing you a Thanksgiving that’s simply first-rate!
May your gravy be smooth, never lumpy or thin,
And may your family gatherings be filled with good cheer and gin!
Here’s to awkward conversations and laughter galore,
Wishing you a Thanksgiving you simply adore!
Thanksgiving Prayers
May your pumpkin pie dreams be deliciously sweet,
And your relatives know when to stay in their seat.
May laughter be plenty, and the mishaps be few,
Happy Thanksgiving to all, especially to you!
Key Reflections in these Poems:
- The poems emphasize the importance of laughter, good food, and joyful gatherings during Thanksgiving, creating a festive atmosphere for family and friends.
- They highlight the humorous aspects of family interactions, including awkward conversations and light-hearted pranks, making the holiday memorable.
- The poems express hopes for a successful Thanksgiving meal, with specific wishes for delicious food, smooth gravy, and a well-behaved family, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
Related: Gratitude Poems
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