To Check Or Not To Check

I do not like to check my bag When flying on vacation. A carry-on ensures I’ll have it At my destination. On routes that take me overseas There have been times I’ve checked it But never once have I been charged So now I don’t expect it. However, an upcoming trip Includes a flight connection With several hours in between, So after some reflection… I came to the conclusion that A heavy bag’s annoying To lift on board and off again, My muscles near-destroying. Unfortunately, Delta charges. (Why’d the tour group choose it?) I’ll bite the bullet but I hope At least they do not lose it.