Lake

In the depths of Mt Rainier fire stirred, The earth around trembled in dire anger, As the fiery spirit Elf wandered In the depths of the spouting volcano Exuding thick feculent, fusty smells, And from the volcano's top, exuded Ash, smoke, flaming rocks and burning lava. Dare a human female refuse Elf? Not that he loved her as Indians love. His fervid lust for her knew no limit. His anger increased beyond all known bounds. Rising to the top of the volcano, Elf hurled fireballs, torching the forests, So that poor humans flew towards a lake. There they prayed to their good God to save them. A large stone fell into the volcano Burying Elf and his hateful fire. A fearful blizzard formed and rain and snow Filled the volcano until all was calm. A large lake formed and a lovely island Rose majestically from the waters: A seventh wonder of Columbia.

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Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/23/2023 11:18:00 AM

Great romantic telling of the rise of an island Victor. Well done!

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 3/19/2023 2:36:00 PM

A Fascinating, interesting write Victor, on how a lake was formed and from it an island rose from its depth. Belle

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/16/2023 8:14:00 AM

Wow! Action packed! Well done, my friend!

Mike Gentile

Date: 3/16/2023 3:58:00 AM

Toe romance of mythology is ever present in your story Victor! I was captivated! Happy Thursday!!

Valsa George

Date: 3/15/2023 11:04:00 PM

Great story of the formation of a lake and the creation of an island ! Volcanic eruption is beautifully delineated! All the Best dear friend in the contest.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/15/2023 6:30:00 PM

Your interesting story is fascinating and fun to read, Victor. The ending, with the magical creation of the lake, is very satisfying. :)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/15/2023 3:29:00 PM

A very interesting way to do the word lake. I know there is a My Rainier in WA. I wonder if Columbia is the river near Wa? Or the country?

Eve Roper

Date: 3/15/2023 3:23:00 PM

Great story, Victor. You reminded me of the visit We used to take , Crater Lake in Oregon an old volcano filled with water, it is stunning with the small island in the center.

I Am Anaya

Date: 3/15/2023 2:25:00 PM

From the Lost Cities, Temple ruins, to local legends—stories everywhere of how land and lakes were born. Yours’s a creative/fantasy -intriguing tale of volcanos and fiery spirited Elves. B0L in the contest!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/15/2023 9:09:00 AM

An enjoyable read Victor, great imagery. Tom

Sotto Poet

Date: 3/15/2023 7:22:00 AM

Victor, A moving poem of impeccable artistry. With your creative thinking, we can see the scenario and the historical period you describe. You come through every time. Your poem is bursting at the seams with intense passion and commitment. It's hard to find metaphors as good as yours.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/15/2023 6:43:00 AM

You held my attention from start to finish. Wonderful story telling, Victor. Nature delivers many wonders.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/15/2023 6:17:00 AM

Great story of creation of that region, creatively shared in poetic form. Way to go. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/15/2023 4:39:00 AM

A well-thought-out tale of mystic wonder, Victor:)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/15/2023 3:26:00 AM

- Wow, this was a bit of a miracle Victor - is your story taken from a legend ? - A wonderful poem, best wishes in the contest - Have a lovely day, my friend :) - hugs

Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/15/2023 3:00:00 AM

Hello Victor. Your pen has been at work and your hands have been guided. I read this entry twice. Wow Victor imagery and the emotive factor are ever present here. You have graced us with imagination surrounding your scene and moment in time. Always do you deliver. Have a day that graces you with everything good. Love and Blessings now and always. (smile)