Time for carnival

a fun time of year

filled with bold colors

time of cheer

During the parades

beads and candy are thrown

adults acting like children

even though they are grown

My favorite snack

is the king cake

filled with cream cheese

I can hardly wait

Warm from the oven

the sugar of gold, purple, and green

melting down the sides

wonderful with ice cream

With all the parties and balls

speaking with candor

this season of celebration

is filled with glamour

Happy Mardi Gras

hope you enjoy

the sights and sounds

collect many beads and coins