Juneau

I have been in Alaska the past week and have been majorly inspired.

Long have I heard

Of misty mountains’ majesty,

But it never dawned fully

Until I saw her there in Juneau.

 

Jutting up in magnificent grandeur -

Clouds hung around her in adoration,

Kissing her face

As two streams of crystal tears

Trickled down her jade cheeks

In awe of her own splendor.

 

I sighed and breathed in

Her earthy perfume

As I swam in serenity.

Author's Note

Comments? Suggestions?

Reviews

[Briana O'Connor]

What an alluring asseveration of the nature that surrounded you! Your words were so clear, so elegant. I just want to read this poem over and over again. There is such artistry and grace in your words. This piece truly touched my heart and I just can't say enough about it I am going to shut up now :P

[Ashira Macy]

Aw, thank you so much my friend, you are so sweet! I am happy you liked it!

[kublakhan27]

A lush and dreamy piece that brought back some personal memories for me as well...in 2001 I spent four months in the Northwest Territories and desperately wanted to take the bus over to Alaska (having never been outside my home country before) but was too busy with work...I love how you've personified 'her' and given her a personality...it has the feel of sadness but I hope they are happy tears that you evoke...gorgeous work Ashira :)

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you my friend, if you ever get the chance you should definitely pay her a visit, though Canada is beautifully green as well. I haven't been in years, but I remember it being lovely there. (I guess it all depends on where you go though, just like with any country.)

[kublakhan27]

Well we're known for our winters (and rightfully so) but we're such a big country that there are always some green areas, especially in the west...British Columbia hardly gets any snow in fact, they're the lucky ones haha I do hope to see some of the US at some point in the future though, maybe visit some friends I've never met before :)

[Ashira Macy]

Haha! Well make sure to let me know if you are ever coming to California, I can show you around San Francisco. =D

[kublakhan27]

Absolutely ;)

[Frozen Eyes]

I see an explorer in you and this piece is "Naturally" awesome :)

[Ashira Macy]

I like a little exploration now and again, thank you doll!

[Mary Bosworth]

This is breathtakingly lovely my friend... Every words drips beautifully from the page..

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you much dear!

[Sophy Freebirds]

I envy you girl!! It is the pristine place of the earth.. origin of life from Alaska still it is untouched by human.. i liked the scenic charm being so beautifully penned. Even though i couldn't go but you painted it infront of my eyes.. :) you are damn lucky sweety.. xxxx

~Sophy

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you Sophy, I am very lucky to have been able to go, I have my dad to thank for that. It was quite an adventure.

[Sophy Freebirds]

:).. it was a pleasure amiga ..

[Cory Barrett]

I am so very jelous of you for this trip! It is on the top of my list

[Ashira Macy]

You will go one day, and you will love it my friend!

[Kelly Scheppers]

Your poetry reads so inviting...

"I sighed and breathed in
Her earthy perfume
As I swam in serenity."


...beautiful phrasing, Ashira!

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you Kelly, so glad it was enjoyable!

[little thoughts]

i love this one. i like such scenery and your have expresses it very well.
I sighed and breathed in
Her earthy perfume
As I swam in serenity.
this one's my favorite. i can imagine how it would be. well done ashira !

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you dear, I am so happy this spoke to you!

[TheLastEclipse]

Though this is a very serene piece, it does not touch on the beauty of the remnants of nature. It is so bemusing how spectacular what untouched land can instill in us. I enjoy the piece and you have certainly come further than me when it comes to describing the beauty of nature. Nature is certainly something we can fall in love with...

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am no master of nature description, but when I feel inspired it is almost as if the pen rips it from my hand. Alaska is an inspiring place to be.

[Jack Wolfe]

Serenity indeed. A beautiful write, Ashira, its amazing when something like a lavish landscape can take your breath away. You take a deep breath, exhale, and you KNOW there really are majestic beauties to behold.

[Ashira Macy]

Thanks Jack, it really does make you realize how much natural beauty is still around us, despite human interference with environment.

[Rachel P]

It is a relaxing poem that really gives the serenity, I like the movement and it has a beautiful way to it. It details the beautiful scene and it is a lovely read :)

[Ashira Macy]

Thank you Rachel, I am glad it spoke to you. =D