Yesteryears for tomorrow

Tomorrow’s Yesteryears

I want to live in a Norman Rockwell world,

Where all hearts swell with pride when the flag is unfurled,

Where wholesomeness is considered the example,

Where small town communities and kindness are ample,

Where family and friendships are held in high esteem,

And a simple life is filled with extraordinary dreams,

Where there is appreciation for people of all races,

And when dinner is served, they always say grace,

Where childhood is innocent, and there is respect for elders,

Where hard work is revered: whether coal miners or welders,

Where the truth is found in a worn, tattered Bible,

Where neighbor helps neighbor, no one is libel,

Where good clean fun is had while pitching horseshoes,

And on Sunday, the churchgoers fill up the pews,

I want this for me, for you and for all generations,

An idealistic, heartwarming set of traditions,

A picture-perfect life is not possible, we all know,

But a Norman Rockwell world is a hope for tomorrow.

Tammy Harvey

Written:  April 26, 2017

Norman Rockwell has always been my favorite artist since I was a teen.