Small Town Life

to live in a small town

is to want to leave

as soon as you can get out of your house

it is the longing of the city

where life is always busy

and people are everywhere

it is to realize

they dont see the stars 

that you are so used to gazing at

it is to see

you're no longer the only one out at 1 am

when you used to love walking only to the beat of your footsteps

it is to miss

the nature the city does not hold

the pure untouched serenity of mother earth

to live in a small town

is to realize as soon as you leave

that its all you could ever dream of

Reviews

[aj milton]

Nicely described, and I agree with both points of view. Experiencing both is a great thing. Even in a big busy city you can get small friendly neighborhoods. But I also returned to the peace of not just a small town, but a tiny hamlet.

[Cheyanna]

I agree! I'm glad to have experienced both. Thank you!

[James]

I'm a small town guy who likes excursions to the city., There is something really nice about being from a small town. When I was younger I couldn't wait to get out, now I search for a place just like it.

Lovely poem, and so true.

[Cheyanna]

I agree, it's good to have a change in scenery but our small towns are always at heart. Thank you!

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree Cheyanna. We miss what we leave behind.
"to live in a small town
is to realize as soon as you leave
that its all you could ever dream of"
The above lines I do understand. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Cheyanna]

We sure do! Thank you!

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Cheyanna.

[Darling]

Beauty piece of getting out of the confinement of a small town. Small town but big hell at time.

[Cheyanna]

Thank you!

[Sir Drift & Mr. Pulse]

You are totally correct and im glad I got out of mine, and living with bigger dreams! I cant wait to see where you will go to

[Cheyanna]

I've also gotten out of mine! Congratulations, I'm glad to hear that doing so has been good for you. I actually want to move back once I graduate.