Wendy Watson Poet Light Verse

Spanish Conquest

Segovia, Segovia, proud city on a hill,
So steeped in ancient history, your beauty charms me still.
The Roman aqueduct remains a marvel to admire
And cobbled streets wind upwards to the golden Gothic spire.
You boast a princely palace with a fairytale allure,
And cultural traditions which from time long past endure.
Yet something greater draws me to the city of Madrid-
For architecture can't compete with bread rolls stuffed with squid!*


15.07.19

* Madrid is famous for its culinary speciality of calamari(squid) sandwiches

'H W Longfellow Inspired Poetry Contest' : sponsored by Julia Ward:

One original poem on the theme of Segovia and Madrid. 

Light verse only.

Compulsory names within the poem - Segovia, Madrid.

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Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 1:37 PM This is wonderful Wendy. Congratulations on your deserving podium win. I loved your entry! : ) xxoo

Jeanne Mcgee August 6, 2019 at 9:11 AM a fun poem. congrats on your win.

Line Gauthier August 6, 2019 at 4:54 AM Fun poem. Congrats on your silver medal win, Wendy.

Kim Rodrigues July 15, 2019 at 6:48 AM Nicely done, Wendy! I enjoyed greatly but would have to tuen down the meal ;) Wendy Watson July 15, 2019 at 9:13 AM Thanks,Kim. I couldn't stomach the idea of squid either! The texture would put me off for a start!