Away From the Familiar

Away from the familiar There are things to stop and see That the locals take for granted, Not worth uttering a “Gee!” Honking geese above the water Where a pair of swans float by, Sprawling high schools, fields of football, Nothing built to block the sky. Singer in the supermarket, Shops with fresh, exotic wares, People going ‘bout their business At their parks and trails and fairs. It’s a treat to visit someplace Where you haven’t been before And the ordinary somehow Strikes you as a whole lot more.