4th of July in Baltimore

Spent the 4th in Baltimore with Michael, Jeannine, Laura and Owen.






Drums and bells and bugles
marching down the street,
pounding out the rhythm
for a hundred tired feet.

Here come the dancing girls
swaying to and fro,
costumes fitting snuggly
(with zero room to grow).

The old cars passing slowly,
proud drivers at the wheel;
they've spent a thousand hours
adding luster to old steel.

Here come the horses prancing
with saddles that amaze,
on top each horse's rider
in colors all ablaze.

Here come the politicians
looking for your vote;
they offer hugs and kisses,
throw candy off the float.

Then comes the corp of this parade,
marching down the street;
when at last the veterans pass,
all rise to their feet.

The sun shines brightly on the flag
bringing up the rear;
we left for home so thankful
for the parade again this year.


Photos at

http://picasaweb.google.com/dpiele/4thOfJulyParadeInBaltimore