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The River
by Everett (dale) Pogue
copyright 01-23-2008


Age Rating: 13 to 127

 
I walked a narrow path making footprints in the sand
near the fabled river known by most as Rio Grande.
Strewn about were Wal Mart bags, clothing on some brush
telling of a swimmer who left there in a rush.

What drives someone to leave his land and gain the other side
only to be caught again and taken for that ride
back across the river, back to try again?
Anything to get across to another land.

Terrorist or trafficker? Worker on a farm?
Is his purpose honorable or cause for great alarm?
We have no way of knowing, but the game goes on.
Clever ones find out the tricks and they are quickly gone.

Gentle birds from Mexico cross there every day
Bringing colors in the sky of yellow, green, or grey.
We welcome them and spread the word when ever they appear,
but "birds" of a much larger kin we seem to have some fear.

What would I do if over there? To you it may sound funny,
but probably I'd seek to find the "land of milk and honey".
Seeking freedom, hope, and dreams resides in every man,
so they continue every night to swim the Rio Grande.


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03-22-2008 Richard Reed Jr    

This is a well-written poem. It's certainly up to your usual excellent imagery, rhyme, and rhythm. I can't critique the controversial part of your piece. It is so very subjective. Personally, I believe in lending a helping hand to all who need it. The question is how much am I willing to sacrifice. I don't know, but certainly not the security of my country.
Life is seldom black and white. and yes, if I lived on the other side I would be trying to get in. However I would hope that I would take all consequences stemming from my actions.

Good write,

Rich
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