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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6 replies on “Smokey Mountain Train Ride”
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.