I wrote the first three verses of this poem for a college writing assignment way, way back BC (before children). The last three were added a few years ago in honor of my grandparents. I think the railroad theme is perfect for Lilliput Station, don't you?

The sun was warm apon our backs,

As we kicked the stones along the tracks.

Mom and Dad on either side,

And my two steps to match their stride.

The birds had gathered in the trees,

To send their songs apon the breeze.

As the sun beat down apon our backs,

And shone a glare on the railroad tracks.

Mom and Dad on either side,

And my steps matching every stride.

And the gentle humming of the bees,

Brought back faded memories.

As the sun burned down apon my back,

And sweat blocked out the railroad track.

My parents no more at my side.

No longer able to match my stride.

The sun shone golden through the trees,

As we once more made memories

A little child on either side,

Doing their best to match my stride.

And the birds were nesting in the trees,

And a hush had fallen on the bees,

As I glimpsed the sun's fast fading rays

Fall apon my last track walking days.

My children walking side by side,

As I stumbled along with my crippled stride.

And I watched them go as I stayed far back,

No longer able to walk the track.

They had grown up strong and good and kind,

And as they walked away, I didn't mind.

Though I was no more at their side,

Their steps still matched my every stride.