Jim Brewer Poet Free verse

This Appalachian Town

THIS APPALACHIAN TOWN

up on the hill
the view of the ohio
river is magnificent
in the rising sun.
below a rusted barge
is puffing against
the current
working hard
to meet its
destination.
this is the rigid life
of this small
Appalachian town:
fighting the current
or stepping in
and drowning.
everyday choices
have to be made.

the barge chugs along.

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June 27, 2011
Jim Brewer

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Carol Sunshine Brown June 28, 2011 at 5:32 AM Enjoyed reading the words that flowed from your pen today Jim. It is a pleasure to see and read your poetry. Hoping you have a wonderful day full of inspiration. Love, Carol

Debbie Guzzi June 27, 2011 at 2:30 PM I often wondered if Appalachia is still the poverty stricken place of my youth? Light & Love