A Tour Group

Joining a tour you meet people Who may not be like you at all – Politically, age-wise and maybe With views that repel or appall. Religion’s another divider As well as the places you live And quickly, you’ll learn who’s not social Or those who have much they can give. But mostly, the group comes together, Conversing and laughing despite All the differences that are apparent To all from the very first night. The young and the old, the Christians and Jews, The urban and rural-type folk Connect as they share in their journey, Enough to enjoy the same joke. Of course, the director’s a factor, Uniting his charges until There’s sufficient concern for each other That some friendships may form (and they will). At the end, though, with hugs and “Safe travels!” The tour group, at last, must disperse, Their experience richer for meeting Fellow travelers truly diverse.