Upon a time, once long ago

A little cabin we loved so

Sat on a lake near meadowland

At peace in nature's gentle hand

And though she was a modest place

Her rustic charm and quiet grace

Allowed all those who came her way

To just relax and get away

But sadly now she's been replaced

Buy one who's full of wasted space

And sits both haughty and aloof

Beneath the shadows of its roof

Gone is the quiet from the lake

And lovely sway the meadow'd make

Along with all that peace of mind

This dear retreat would help you find

So once again we let, I fear

A precious thing just disappear

Because we failed to see, I guess

That sometimes more just gives you less

Carol Smith

West Seattle