Excitement churning as we pack into the car

Wondering and imaging. Will it be far?

My parents hurrying around. Shoving and jamming the car to the brim .

Fighting for space as my siblings slide near.

Bickering and jabbing but knowing I am loved

Settling in to the rythmatic sound of the tires as the rub

The hum of the motor the faint smell of gasoline

Images appearing in my head. Streams, lakes m...