In-Laws In Washington

In-Laws In Washington

by Bud Lemire on Nov 14, 2004

I remember the day, you won't believe it but I was scared

When we moved in, love of your daughter that we shared

You welcomed this stranger, into your home

Many times, I'd wander off to be alone

Your family always seemed so loud

I was quiet, never a part of the crowd

But it was easy for anyone to see

I came along with my own personality

You always made me feel, so proud and tall

Whenever decisions were made, I heard the call

I tried my best, but it wasn't always easy

But with the kid, I knew discipline was the key

You weren't only in-laws, you were very special friends

Looking back, I still don't understand why it had to end

How can one be loved so much, and the next moment so less

I only know I've always tried, to do my very best

What was it to cause such a change

To stop this love, to me it seemed so strange

I guess that I will never really know

There are no answers when the wind blows

You always raised your family, so very well

The love you gave them each, it was so easy to tell

I know because I felt it too

Believe it, while I was there, I grew

But within my mind, wherever I go

I'm taken back to a special place, in Montesano

This is for my in-laws in Washington state.

Ray and Ann, thank you so very much for taking me in and being my friends.

I shall never forget the support you gave me, and the love you shared with me.