In Tuscany

The cypress trees stand sentinel, Protecting all the vines So all who visit Tuscany Can drink those lovely wines. A walled-in city dating back For seven hundred years Holds ancient secrets filled with life's Exuberance and tears. We stroll the streets and marvel at The remnants that survive, Imagining inhabitants Once vibrant and alive. We gaze out at the scenery, So lush and manicured, With cypress trees on guard So future tastings are assured.

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Jan Allison

Date: 12/4/2018 4:44:00 PM

thanks for such a vivid description Ilene you bring the country to life with your wonderful flowing lines:-) hugs jan xx

Robertina B.

Date: 12/2/2018 10:23:00 PM

Such a beautiful rhyme, Ilene.. Imagery is excellent, I feel like I'm back in Tuscany again.. You have taken me there, my friend.. I have been there several times before.. I absolutely marveled at all the sights and sounds.. Incredible times and memories for me!! A beautiful region of Italia.. Blessings to you, Ilene..

Eve Roper

Date: 12/2/2018 8:29:00 PM

Enjoyed reading this well descriptive and well written poem, Ilene, nature has its own poetry.

Arturo Michael

Date: 12/2/2018 2:04:00 PM

You write these travel poems like a boss...you give it character and style...All the best ilene

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/2/2018 1:44:00 PM

- Sounds like a wonderful journey, Ilene :) - Wish I was there with you :) - A lovely poem :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 12/2/2018 1:10:00 PM

Irene, I have always wanted to visit Tuscany (from pictures I've seen), and now I feel like I have been there. What you describe in your second verse -- walking through the city and "feeling" the history -- that is special to me. And so is this poem. A wonderful write that takes the reader on a journey. Hugs, Carolyn