Ruts from an old wagon
trail dug deeply in the mud
of ancient days
and footsteps followed
history on my mind.
Left early this morning
seeking out any old farms
abandoned yet alive
in their natural heritage
leftovers from early pages
memories abandoned
in haste as they moved on.
I did discover an old well
and precious items
scattered in disarray
also implements of worth
in the joy of earlier days
from brave settlers
arriving before my time.
Now I’m in urgent need
escaping across that same
ridge of possibilities wagon
ruts leading me on and on.
© Richard L. Provencher
Website: www.wsprog.com/rp/
Comments
Nathan Bednarek | June 19, 2011 - 22:15
"and footsteps followed
history on my mind."
Awesome imagery here! Just a wonderful read and truly a well deserved cherry. I can only like this more and more as I read it over and over again ;-)
Well done.
Nathan.
Richard L. Prov... | June 20, 2011 - 00:38
Hello Nathan, I almost feel like I'm hitting my stride in poetry writing. I sat on the edge of farm land and saw these old wagon ruts, followed them, and as they crossed a small ridge, I stopped and imagined myself in that same wagon, and the juices began to flow. Thank you for the comments, and really enjoy your enjoying my poetry. Richard and Esther
Highhat | June 20, 2011 - 04:39
Very evocative Richard- really beautiful
;)Pia
Beeme | June 20, 2011 - 07:37
I really enjoyed this Richard, many beautiful images. I especially liked the image Nathan picked out. Beautifully done :)
Beeme xx
the unfolding head | June 20, 2011 - 14:18
really enjoyed this, a great read.
Richard L. Prov... | June 20, 2011 - 14:56
Thank you, ;)Pia
As I get older, I discover myself appreciating more, those who traveled this land before we did---and they did mighty things. RLP
Richard L. Prov... | June 20, 2011 - 14:58
Your comments are most welcome, Beeme. If you sit in the midst of leftovers in an old farm, images seem to swirl about your head like mosquitoes. Except these images are shouting, "Hey, I'm still here!"
Richard L. Prov... | June 20, 2011 - 15:05
Thank you, TUH---I am thankful for those who read and enjoy my work. Have a wonderful day. Richard LP
ScoZen | June 21, 2011 - 14:46
Evocative.
I can see the old Oregon trail in my mind.
Sepia coloured settlers in hope of a better life.
Richard L. Prov... | June 24, 2011 - 01:57
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Richard L. Prov... | August 16, 2011 - 00:34
Thank you, ScoZen. For some reason I am not getting the comments sent to me auto...so have to read my work from time to time. Your comments are very welcome. Richard LP