James Fraser Poet Rhyme

Eilean Donnáin

On a small Scottish Island
Stands a castle of grey
Eilean Donan is its name
On Loch Duich in display

Like all our castles
In history they are steeped
They have seen many battles
And many, many weeps

But this castle is a star
Appearing in movies through the years
James Bond and The Highlander
Brought us spys and ancient peers

It is also used for weddings
Many memories for future says
Parents remember also
The day their daughter was given away

So to all my Souper friends
To Alba you must come
See these castles of grey
To the sound of the pipes and drums




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Robert Davidson January 25, 2010 at 4:39 AM Aye Ah've been there, whit a wonderful sight but oh sae much better when lit in the night. Great write James Robert

Audrey Haick January 24, 2010 at 3:37 PM It would certainly be great to see these castles, James! I've seen photos of it on the National Geographic Channel! Great place to explore. Another piece of history learned! Thanks again! Peace, Audrey

Andrea Dietrich January 24, 2010 at 9:23 AM well, thanks for making us aware of this castle and if I ever am fortunate to be in your neck of the woods, I hope I can recall that name Alba, James. Thanks for sharing with us the sites of your great land! Luv, andrea

Daniel Cheeseman January 22, 2010 at 11:37 AM This is beautiful matches your country, rich in its form Thank you Daniel

James Peranteau January 22, 2010 at 6:44 AM My Highlander friend,...this poem fills mine heart with joy of having hopes to one day see these beautiful things you from time to time describe in your poetry,...Great poetry Sir,..God bless you and all around you !!!! james

Simone Segal January 22, 2010 at 3:22 AM Lovely poem! thank you for your wonderful comments as always! missed you all, love Simone

Caroline Cécile Delacroix January 21, 2010 at 9:54 PM WOW! How interesting and grandiose it sounds to be, James. Thank you for sharing about the castle's life. And always thank you for your kind comments on my poems. Best wishes, Caroline.

Linda-Marie Sweetheart January 21, 2010 at 6:56 PM Will u do me a Souper favor? check out a new poet, Daniel Cheeseman, and read some of his spectacular writings... he is from France and a little shy to continue to stay on... I have tried to encourage him but if more commented on his poetry it might help... thankxxx to my friend the Highlander... luv.. Linda-Marie..

Linda-Marie Sweetheart January 21, 2010 at 6:15 PM Lovely visual poetry James and thankxxx for your wonderful invitation.. someday ... its a beauty of a place to visit I am sure from your description... enjoyed and thankxx for your many cool comments on my poetry tonight... u are a treasured friend and fellow poet ... a special son of Scotland... blessings... with luv.. Linda-Marie "Sweetheart" of P.S.

January 21, 2010 at 4:14 PM That would be an awesome trip to see! I've never seen a real life castle. I like how you can convey information is such a creative way. Thank you for sharing your poem with us and for your kind comment. Keep on writing my friend. Karen

Sara Kendrick January 21, 2010 at 3:50 PM Which movies exactly so I can watch them and see the castle? I like the way that you presented the write. Keep the creative and educational writes coming. Soup Mail. Sara

Carolyn Devonshire January 21, 2010 at 12:05 PM Movie makers can try all they want, but they can never build sets to match the beauty of ancient castles such as the one you describe so eloquently here, dear Highlander. I feel like my heart belongs in a place like this. This castle will surely be part of my tour when I visit Europe! One for my faves, James. Love, Carolyn

Sean Kelly January 21, 2010 at 11:45 AM Maith an fear thú , James . Slán Ó an Eireannach seo .......