you are cordially invited

you are cordially invited
to our annual holiday barbeque.
your presence will be
greatly appreciated.
please bring with you whatever
beverage you might
be drinking, and ice, and cups,
as well as a prepared dish
with which to share
with our many guests,
not to mention anything
that you might desire
to put on the grille to eat.
a clean dish or two, cutlery,
and any condiments you
might need, as well as napkins,
the thick white ones are preferred.
please keep in mind the many
special dietary needs of
our other guests.
so keep things gluten
and lactose free,
and the poultry
or meats should be
free range and without anti-biotics.
if you are bringing shrimp
or lobsters, please take the shells
off beforehand.
there will be limited access
to a garden hose behind the shed.
we look forward to your arrival
with open arms.
oh, and one more thing,
the parking is around the block,
and there is a small twenty-five
dollar fee of which a portion
will be given to our favorite charity.
cats without tails. cash only.
hope to see you soon, my friends.
don't forget your folding chairs,
your bug spray,
and small tray tables too.
and a bag of charcoal,
the self start kind. matches
will be provided.
please remember to take off
your shoes if you need to enter
the house for some reason.
no pets or children.