Rebekah

This little poem is about our daughter-in-law turning 40 yrs. of age on 13.10.07

Rebekah is 40

Our early memories of this headstrong young girl
Craig said I am learning French and will travel the world
He was teaching guitar in return for this session
What we didn’t know was the depth of this lesson.

Rebekah arrived in Parkes, a bit shocked by the heat,
The bikini did help, certainly with Jim worked a treat
After having three boys the girls were always welcome
Especially Rebekah who fitted in and then some.

She took over the collecting of vegies , eggs and the rest
And look out whoever beat her to collect from the nests
She kept up with the boys and rode horses and bikes
And then lined up for a beer or a wine in the night.

Parkes was a bit of a shock to her system
We were rough round the edges, farming our life
Craig was our much loved son so Rebekah persisted,
To love and accept us and become this boys wife.

Now Rebekah has been spoilt
By family and Craig,
It is her way or no way,
So if you disagree; keep out of the way.

This said, I must add Jim and I love her dearly
And would not wish to change her for another
Something to do with grandchildren comes clearly
To those three , she is a wonderful mother.

It hasn’t been easy to pursue their new life,
For Rebekah a lot harder, worker, mother and wife,
No Cecilia to rely on, husband often away,
She has made us both proud to this very day.

So happy birthday dear girl,
We wish you the best
You have won a special place in our hearts
And have passed all the tests.