The rapid questions began, once we got in the car

Are we going to the store, will we go near or far

All the other kids are at the beach, taking a swim

We have to get in the hot car, it’s always me and him

Can we stop for summer ice cream, or even a treat

It’s really baking in June, we can’t stand all the heat

Can I sit in the front seat, to see over the dashboard

It’s uncomfortable in the back seat, and I’m very bored

Are we there yet is echoing from the car we would hear

Finally she said, ‘ I’m taking a long walk off a short pier’