Today
it is 48 years ago we came to the USA

We arrived from Amsterdam in New York by plane
Then traveled on to Los Angeles by train

It was a new sight
For three days corn fields left and right

And almost I let out a yell
When on the train they served us corn as well.

But soon did we envision
That coming here was a terrific decision

We certainly had not expected
So soon to feel connected

This country is as good as it gets
And we never had any regrets

With opportunities galore
A reason to return existed no more

This land has been good to my family and me
We live here very well and free

I want to be buried here
With my loved ones near

I thank God we arrived here 48 years ago today
And decided then to stay.