James Marshall Goff Poet Free verse

Highway 61, North Shore, Minnesota

Oh! wind those windows down!
Gitchigumi, race your breath through my soul!

fill me with the strength your sons
Hubert and Walter gave us!

Oh Highway 61...bring me to your cliff tops,
let me feel the passion for justice
your brothers, Humphrey and Mondale gave us!

Pray I help just one unfortunate heart,
just one embittered soul....

Oh! wind those windows down!
Gitchigumi, race your breath through my soul!



-tribute to two of my heroes

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Doris Culverhouse September 10, 2009 at 7:20 AM good writing, What is gitchigumi? is it a place?

Lord R. E. Taylor September 8, 2009 at 9:53 PM That is sooooo kewl! I love this peace. It is simple but it says so much. Good write

Charlene Bird September 2, 2009 at 7:09 AM A beautiful tribute James, Excellent work as always from your ever so talented pen.

Anthony Nutter September 2, 2009 at 3:16 AM James, you have mail... What a talented poet you are. I read your words and different styles and feel humbled by your abilities. Great write

C. E. Mcmullin September 1, 2009 at 7:55 PM JMG- I think your prayer was answered long ago when, a pen you picked up! Another great write and tribute to fallen heros- Thank-you, as always for your delicious comments that warm the heart of my soul- poet butterfly

Andrew Crisci September 1, 2009 at 7:32 PM Hi, James! You have the restless spirit of those who fight for justice and fairness. Your heroes must have a great influence in your life. Love is the greatest thing we can give others strength, passion and desire to do good. That's simply combined in three words...Love for your brother! Well-penned and inspiring poem. I have enjoyed it! Thanks for your comment...The Lake Superior must be spectacular, and someday, I'd like to see it! Keep on writing, Jim. Good luck and Warm Regards from Andrew.