Lord R. E. Taylor Poet Free verse

Take The Side Roads

My father always said
Take the straightest route
It is always the safest way to go
Trod by all sensible people
I found that yes, it may be safe
And well trodden by everyone else
The most beautiful scenery
And the most interesting people
Are always on the side roads
Waiting for the people who are like them
Those special ones who take detours in life

© Poem – IX/V/MMXXIV
LRET

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Kim Rodrigues September 5, 2024 at 5:13 AM We have a side road near us. I call it “The Wizard of Oz,” road for its twists and turns. It is not a long road but I have seen things back there! It is plush with trees and low-flying eagles and more. It takes me away from the everyday. I think I’ve even seen a tree throwing apples at me ;) Parents give sound advice but we must explore sometimes :)