Faces last seen a year ago
Hands out reaching
The quick vigorous shake
Smiling words of welcome
The year's news exchanged
Followed by words of advice
The boat was soon in the water
Equiped for a week's stay
Faces full of expectations
A new face lifted in wonder
Arms raised for good luck
They answered the other shore's call
A week flew by in moments
The boat's crew returned
The north had shown her splendor
Had she been bountiful?
Faces made more tired
By thoughts of city life
Truck doors closed
On faces for another year