I wrote the following for Bill, a long-time friend,

before his trip to Scotland

He's off to the Land of the Rangers

His favourite soccer team,

… He’s off to the Land of the Rangers

Where the streets are nice and clean!

Where the haggis is a-plenty,

Midst the thistles and the heather,

Where grown men dress in swirling skirts,

Regardless of the weather!!

He’s off to the Land of the Rangers

Hope he sees many of their games.

And returns once more to Canada’s shore,

Despite our falling rains!!

Enjoy yourself dear Willie,

With your family and your friends,

May God bless you as you journey

And even when your journey ends …

And you return from the Land of the Rangers,

Your favourite soccer team,

To sit back, relax and see them again

On your very own TV screen!!

© Maureen: May, 1998

04/30/2007