Packing for Children

To pack for a weekend 
With children requires
Much more than a tankful
Of gas and good tires.

You have to remember 
Their PJ’s and clothes,
Their brushes for teeth
And for hair, I suppose.

Shampoo, soap and toothpaste
And lotion for itches,
The books they are reading,
The iPads and Switches.

Perhaps a stuffed creature 
Or doll that’s a fave
And surely some snacks 
Of the type they would crave.

When all is assembled
(And yes, it’s a lot!),
You climb in the car, wond’ring
What you forgot.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kingston Avatar
December 7, 2023 at 6:45 PM
And of course there is eventually the repeated question that begins soon after you leave, "Are we there yet?" I shamefully admit that in those days my car with two young children, may have displayed a McDonald's fry or two down below little feet. Hey, they sometimes worked better than a pacifier :)
Rigoler Avatar
November 16, 2023 at 6:46 PM
The last stanza is always my nightmare! And it comes on only when I arrive!!! / Maurice
Callus Avatar
November 12, 2023 at 12:17 PM
Despite the completely ticked list, that nagging feeling refuses to go away, Ilene! But eventually we arrive at our destination and all is well :) // paul
Greenhough Avatar
November 11, 2023 at 10:14 AM
A very good poem. I've been lucky that I've found a store in almost every town I've visited. Stores are crucial when I have forgotten things.
Turner Avatar
November 10, 2023 at 3:49 PM
Dont forget the baby wipes! Another fun one.
Andresen Avatar
November 10, 2023 at 9:44 AM
- I hope you didn't forget the children, Ilene :))) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs
Allison Avatar
November 10, 2023 at 9:37 AM
ha ha ha I have enough trouble making sure i have everything I need when I leave the house to go shopping let alone packing for anyone else. lol:-) another delightful tale my friend:-) hugs jan xx
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