26th Dec Prompt from Madam'zelleG: detailed at the end
Invasion
Boxing Day; Baker Street's set for invasion,
Plans are in place to be armed and prepared.
All must make ready for such an occasion.
State of emergency duly declared.
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The kitchen's a flurry of fire, flour and motion
The parlour is clear of the worst of Holmes' mess.
They toil, a reflection of long held devotion;
The best is demanded, expecting no less.
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A deadline...each action is timed to perfection;
No quarter is given, no leeway is asked.
Each step, once complete, faces detailed inspection;
No soul has turned back from the elements tasked.
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At last, confirmation that all's done and dusted;
No last minute mishap, each item in place.
One person assigned the front door and a trusted
Assistant to guard the back hallway, in case.
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The horde is in sight, systems spring into action;
The sideboard is laden, the trays are piled high
Mrs Hudson observes with immense satisfaction,
Brewed tea and hot chocolate, an endless supply.
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In they all tumble, a scruffy confusion
Of boots, caps and jackets; well-patched, edged with snow.
A noisy, chaotic and welcome intrusion;
Excitement and laughter and faces aglow.
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They settle, in time, on the rug by the fire;
A mug, or a plateful of food in each hand.
Their successful invasion reaps all they desire;
A unique and Irregular Baker Street band.
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26th Dec Prompt from Madam'zelleG: Invasion of the Baker Street Irregulars