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Niagara Falls

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Niagara Falls

Aboard the Maid of the Mist, drenched from the spray,
Approaching Niagara Falls, I gaze in awe
At this wondrous sight of the renowned cataract,
Cascading fervently over the precipice
And violently crashing down upon the rocks
In a roiling boil is mesmerizing to see.

And behold! Out of the mist a rainbow appears,
Arching a span over the turbulent waters
From where thunderous roars are heard and eddies swirl
As if the heavens opened: “The Rapture is here!”
With angels descending to carry Christians home.

And I am small amongst giants (walking in the world
Defenceless against nature’s challenging forces),
Who will read “Insignificant” etched in my headstone.
Unlike those who think their works will last forever,
I’m like Niagara, trickling into the future.

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 6/15/2025 10:59:00 AM

Hello Denis Spilchuk, It is so good to see you posting. Just by reading this poem , has brought back memories of when I was at Niagara Falls. I remember The Lady Of The Mist. i really enjoyed my time there/. My friend. Enjoy your day. /Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/16/2025 10:29:00 AM

Hello Denis Spilchuk, it is a beautiful area. people from all over comes to visit. many couples get married there. Enjoy your day my fcrind. /Darlene/

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 6/16/2025 8:23:00 AM

I agree, Niagara Falls is worth the visit. Enjoy your day, too.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/15/2025 10:46:00 AM

Very unique one on Niagra Falls. Descriptive and metaphorical

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 6/16/2025 8:32:00 AM

Thank you for your kind comment.