The Family Vacation

The first big family vacation, it was all so new Mom found a dream ranch, a so-called “dude” The kids were so young, a daughter not yet two Our son only four, wanting to ride with the crew Rafting, riding, and a real Mountain Man too, This vacation was a hit - who knew? As the years go by, we’ve made many friends But over time this special week transcends As families grow, things change It can’t be helped, not really strange Truth be told, our hearts aren’t ready To agree on a change, on that we’re unsteady Because memories are priceless, we’ll soon not forget The ranch rodeos, Fat-Bat baseball games, and the brunch ride silhouette.. Of our annual family picture on a mountain out West, Every year showing our kid’s growth, we are very blessed It’s not with sadness that I write about when this might end For it will surely open up a new door or trend For as long as your heart, your family, and your thoughts don’t scatter Where you go on vacation really doesn’t matter Beach, mountains, wherever, one really shouldn’t mind As long as you’re together, the time spent can be sublime Oh, there are gripes, moans, and argument; it’s part of the quest But I wouldn’t miss it, for who would have guessed That in time as with all things, it too will naturally end As children grow up and add their family blend But If our good fortune continues we’ll be part of what’s next In the knowledge that our time together is a gift not a test