Cheers to Expo

World Dairy Expo is far more than a show

Whether it is cows or your trade as why you go

If your address is dairy, than this is your hometown

And there are many reasons why expo wears that crown

That comfort of connection is what feeds its appeal

And here the dairy cows are the real deal

Extraordinary cows, booths, exhibits and more

But each of us will agree, it’s the little connections we adore

The memories, laughter and fellowship etched in our mind

A homecoming of sorts for all to find

Young lads make road trips to this place of folklore

To leave with an everlasting event to adore

To be on a crew and work that special week of the year

Short nights, long days but plenty of cheer

A little more fluff to the tail to make the cow just right

Impromptu barn meetings happen daily to everyone’s delight

Perhaps here a very special cow you bought or sold

Or watching one you bred receive glory - never gets old

There is employment and network opportunities abound

But perhaps meeting your spouse is the best connection to be found

Not knowing exactly what it is that you need

Like family World Dairy Expo can find that in deed

A custom piece of art marking a special milestone

Or a professional cow photograph for years to be shown

A pup, on a whim, you choose to be part of your family

These few days at expo, have a made a mark for us all to see

A special tradition to share for generations to come

Expo is a part of our pedigree, no matter where you’re from

We say cheers for the many special moments, friendships and cows from the past

Our connection to World Dairy Expo will forever last

In this year that we would need more than ever before

Those special cows and fellowship and so much more

Instead we shall focus on our reflections and memories to recall