If Only You Were Here....

The canal rushes by your home signaling summer, growth, passed time, you could see it from your bedroom window...If only you were here.

Your belly would be full of sweet corn each night now...If only you were here.

Your days and nights would be spent washing, walking, and helping your children prepare their steers....If only you were here. 

You would be full of anticipation, excitement for the fair...If only you were here. 

You would see that sweet grandbaby of yours smile with her cute teeth and love on her Momma, your daughter...If only you were here. 

Your wife would tell you all about her new job and you would share her joy...If only you were here.

You would see how beautiful and strong Shaylie and Shelby are and see them modeling their new school clothes...If only you were here. 

You would know that Mick is a farmer through and through, his Grandpa's best helper and side kick....If only you were here.

If only you were here...we would see you wearing your shirts instead of them being sewn into beautiful quilts. 

If only you were here...I would see you in your home,  instead of driving by on my way to  your "spot" on the top of the hill. 

If only you were here...