A train ride in the mountains
a beautiful fall day
saluting everyone
as we pull away
The antithesis of spring
coolness in the air
the leaves are colorful
bold and bright with a flair
Up the mountain we chug
minstrels sing a song
drawing us into the music
raising mugs we sing along
The top of the mountain
time to turn around
stopping for a picnic
before the caboose leads us down
Slowing coming down
watching kayaks in the stream
cars rocking slowly
a midday dream
Back at the station
stepping into the museum
a fun look at history
enjoying the freedom
End of the day
mountains are a fun vacation
hiking and camping
our souls are awakened
copyright 2021 Debbie Pierce
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Piper's Adventures 
We do that every year, too, up here in the Green Mountains on Vermont’s Canadian border…
Always worth the trip. Nice capture, Piper!
Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
I reckon we could all use a vacation.
Amen. It has been a long year. 😀
beautiful poem Debbie! It does sound magical! ❤
Thank you. The Smokey Mountains are beautiful especially in the fall. Thanks for reading.