ALASKA

lasergraph

 

(c) 2017 Edward York

 

I only came for a visit.

The weather was windy and cold.

I had journeyed to witness its beauty,

And was waiting for it to unfold.

 

So I followed the path of the tourist,

I saw eagles and even a bear.

I rode the tram up the mountain,

Just to see what was there.

 

I took a small boat to go see the glaciers,

On the way I saw a few icebergs too.

What gave me surprise when in front of my eyes,

Was the most brilliant color of blue.

 

I tried to eat like the locals,

Blending in for what was the norm.

Beef was as scarce as the sunshine,

But salmon came in most any form.

 

The environment was raw but inviting,

So much to do that was fun;

But the beauty was what is amazing,

I could say it was second to none.

  • Author: lasergraph (Offline Offline)
  • Published: October 19th, 2017 14:42
  • Comment from author about the poem: Some reflection on a past trip.
  • Category: Unclassified
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  • Users favorite of this poem: Laura🌻, Accidental Poet
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  • Christina8

    I have never been to Alaska but your poem makes it sound like heaven! Great poem by the way! Lovely picture.

    • lasergraph

      I wish the photo did it justice but it is far more beautiful than what I captured. Thank you.

    • Laura🌻

      Was there a few years ago! Incredibly beautiful! The glaciers...the waters...
      turquoise blue, turquoise green...
      spectacular!
      Worth more than one trip! Thank you for sharing your experience!

      • lasergraph

        I spent a week there about 10 years ago, my niece lived in Juneau for 2 years and she was our tour guide. Spectacular views.

      • Accidental Poet

        Never been there, but after reading your write, I now feel I have been there. Excellent write lasergraph. ; )

        • lasergraph

          Thank you. It is an incredible place

        • WL Schuett

          Thanks for the poetic tour ! Very cool 😎 poem

          • lasergraph

            Thank you for reading and commenting. Appreciated

          • w c

            Nice Job L. I really enjoyed the write..

            • lasergraph

              Thank you I enjoyed writing it and reliving the trip.

            • Goldfinch60

              Good write about an obviously amazing place, I can only go to such places in my dreams and in the writing of others.

              • lasergraph

                I hope my journey gave you a good trip. It is spectacular place. My lighthouse poem had a photo of a lighthouse, also from Alaska.



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