1492
They don’t teach like they used to
Back when I was still in school.
So many facts I learned
Just aren’t taught now, as a rule.
Yet there is one true constant
And I’m sure you learned it, too:
In 1492
Columbus sailed the ocean blue.
Yes, that year is like a trigger
That gets pulled inside our brains;
Of all the dates from history,
That single one remains.
So poetry has done its job
And teachers throughout time
Have been grateful that Columbus
Had a year and feat that rhyme!
Copyright © Ilene Bauer | Year Posted 2012
Post Comments
Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.
Please
Login
to post a comment