Honoring a Tradition

The grandkids came to visit
So, in tribute to the past,
We honored a tradition 
That I never knew would last.

For when our kids were younger,
We would play our favorite tapes 
And we’d dance around the living room, 
The greatest of escapes.

We’d bust out all our fancy moves 
And slide across the floor,
The joy so precious, who could ever
Ask for something more?

Yet now, one grown-up kid is back
With children of his own,
So all of us kicked up our feet, 
With music from the phone.

The thrill was back as we let loose,
Our smiles both bright and wide,
As, young and old, we danced in tune
With how we felt inside.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023


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Date: 11/16/2023 6:42:00 PM
You have an enviable family, and they have a great grandmother! / Maurice
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Date: 11/12/2023 12:21:00 PM
I love it, Ilene; brings back lots of memories! Children and grandchildren sure do their best to keep us young (sort of :)) Regards // paul
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Date: 11/11/2023 3:56:00 PM
You let your hair down, Ilene… Me? Beethovens fifth isn’t really danceable. I jest… I’m not that old; yet.
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Date: 11/11/2023 3:32:00 PM
Keep on dancing and laughing, Ilene. Sounds like a real fun time:)
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Date: 11/11/2023 2:02:00 PM
Brilliant!! Dancing is fun and helps to boost your mood. It is also good for you. Sounds like you had fun!!! A lovely poem.
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