Ilene Bauer Poet Rhyme

The Polar Bear

When visiting some family
Who live several hours away,
We know we’re very close
When there’s a welcoming display.

A more-than life-sized polar bear
Is waving from his spot
On Route 290, giving all
The biggest smile he’s got.

I love to see him from the road,
His friendliness implied,
But also since I know
We’re at the tail-end of our ride.

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Mike Bayles October 25, 2022 at 10:45 AM What a welcome sight- the polar bear, and he (she) smiles upon you.

Gershon Wolf October 24, 2022 at 7:07 PM Very insightful, methinks... I used to feel the same way about 'Dino,' the Sinclair Dinosaur. (Did you have Sinclair Gas out East?). We used to see him when we got within shouting range of the Wisconsin Dells on a number of Summer Vacations back in the day. Sweet penning, Ilene! :) gw

Michael Tor October 24, 2022 at 3:55 PM Wow Ilene you must live up north somewhere if this is true. Enjoyed how you viewed the Bear. It must have been a surreal experience for you. Thanks for sharing...

Rico Leffanta October 24, 2022 at 10:55 AM Hillside landmarks are quite a treat, especially in Europe where they have been maintained for centuries, but with leaders like Putin & Trump, they may not last as long as your poem! Aloha!

Chris Conn October 23, 2022 at 9:48 PM Googled it and, nothing available. Must be a bigger one in Texas.

Terry Flood October 23, 2022 at 4:34 PM A fun and I guess, factual, write, Ilene. What a great landmark to mark journey’s end. Terry

Gordon Mcconnell October 23, 2022 at 2:40 PM Such a great piece Ilene, they are truly wonderful creatures, in fact was watching them on a new series of frozen planet on BBC in UK and they are incredible indeed. Blessings always,Gordon