Exactly one month from today, I should be back in this Heaven on earth!
The whitecaps marched north out on old Lake Laberge
On this sunny but blustery day
And as I sat there on the bluffs, in my chair
I wished them God-speed on their way
My mind wandered back a hundred years past
When the 'Klondikers' came sailing by
With those dreams in their eyes,out here under God's skies
They might never get rich-but they'd try
'Though some never got rich in the pocket
They found treasures apart from the gold
These were honest and strong folk who came here
Finding treasures their kinfolk still hold
I don't think there are many 'Yukoners'
Unawares of this legacy's worth
Even I, as a lowly outsider
Recognize-this is Heaven on earth!
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Reviews of "By Lake Laberge"
Reviewed by Claywoman (Reader)
Reviewed on July 2, 2003
Okay...I'm here to ask for donations so I can meet John on the banks of this fabulous lake! Alms for the poor! alms for the poor?
You captured a picture here that makes me want to join you on the bluffs.
Leland
Reviewed by Katy Walsvik (Reader)
Reviewed on June 29, 2003
"The whitecaps marched north..." <--- an absolutely brilliant image, John.. sigh.. you've painted a mind picture here that is so inviting to read, yes.. but how I wish I could stand there too.. just a wonderful sharing of an obviously glorious place! I also think of the history of these experiences of place and mind when I find them. Truly beautiful poem. katy.
Reviewed by Elizabeth Taylor (Reader)
Reviewed on June 29, 2003
Wonderful imagery. Have a great time.
Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on June 29, 2003
Do I detect a little Robert Service influence here. Ah ha, I thought so. Very good.
Beautiful!
"I don't think there are many 'Yukoners'
Unawares of this legacy's worth
Even I, as a lowly outsider
Recognize-this is Heaven on earth! "
Excellent write!
In Spirit,
Bear
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Sounds like a place
that I would love
to be...
Beautiful...
Trixie :)
Leland
"I don't think there are many 'Yukoners'
Unawares of this legacy's worth
Even I, as a lowly outsider
Recognize-this is Heaven on earth! "
Excellent write!
In Spirit,
Bear
Sandie Angel a.k.a. May Lu :o)
Peggy