Through the Back Door to Spain
by
Ronald Beil


The Jews have a book that provides rules for living.
The Christens have a book that provides rules for giving.

The Muslims have a book that provides rules for praying.
The ETBD's have a book for where to be staying.

All these peoples love Spain and amour.
But it's the ETBD's that come through the back door.

They come on a bus with gumption and grit.
A little confused about when to stand or to sit.

But with a trusty Guide or Two
They can find the Aseo, Toliet, or Loo

To Spain the seasoned travelers came
Some healthy, some fit, some a little lame

To Espana with her charms so varied
Suitcases, backpacks and luggage they carried

To see the wonders and taste the wines
To peruse the stalls and stand in lines

To pray for sun and curse the rain
To order coffee solo and bread as pain

To listen to guided tours both loud and soft
To wander dungeons and visit choir lofts

To worry about menus complex and confusing
To eat and enjoy food plentiful and amusing

To know that the dollar is not that strong
To know that a missed souvenir would be wrong

This and more is their Spanish adventure
They love it all and no part would they censure

For it all fits together and makes perfect sense
They are 100% for Spain, not a one on the fence

So let's lift our glasses and all give a toast
To our wonderful Guides and our fascinating hosts.

© Ronald Beil October 20, 2004