Diverse Perceptions of the Grand Canyon

We are truly blessed with splendid scenery in this great nation, Overwhelming our senses with awe and inspiration! Visitors to such places may view them with a differing perception, And the spectacular Grand Canyon is certainly no exception! A preacher, for example, might fall upon his knees in exaltation, Praising and glorifying The Lord for His magnificent Creation! He'll be inspired to concoct a sermon for his languid congregation, That'll bring them leaping from their pews in rousing exultation! The artist no doubt will view it with a practiced eye and gush, About the masterpiece he'll create with his paint and brush. As he critically eyeballs the colorful vista so breathtaking, He'll exclaim, "'Tis a marvelous canvas in the making!" The contemplative poet will ponder the scene and then, Create volumes of flowing verse from his prolific pen! The musician becomes enthralled standing on that high plateau. He hears a symphony as the waters flow in the watercourse below! An old cowpoke marveled at the scene and scratched his brow, Saying to no one in particular, "One helluva place to lose a cow!" From the rocky coast of Maine to the San Diego Bay, Ain't no two people gonna see things in exactly the same way! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired (© All Rights Reserved)