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Yancey Railroad

I was young – no more than twenty
Just a child in the minds of most nations
Even back then, I believe I had plenty
There was hope and grace in my foundations

Even at that age, I knew I was being given
A moment in history, a memorable time
My young husband was definitely driven
And he, too, was healthy – in his prime

We were given the opportunity to deliver
All the cars left of the Yancey Railroad
To a working railroad positioned downriver
Where they could be used and not corrode

This was the final trip of the Yancey railroad
And I didn’t have a doubt history we’d be making
There was a gentle feel as the engine pushed the load
Leaving my thoughts on the verge of heartbreaking

It was a bittersweet day in the history of those cars
As they traveled toward Clenchfield and their ending
This was a time to add to our journals – our memoirs
Even if the loss of this old railroad was so heartrending

One last journey along the iron rails
Would lead to the final trip of this train
Where they would reach a place of tales
Told to those who would ride without constrain

Poignant and nostalgic, reflections of the South
Colored in hues of warm memories and grace
Brought to life by those who used word of mouth
To agree that the Yancey Railroad we did displace




Yancey Railroad

Railroads, A Historical Glance Back Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: BJ Legros Kelley 
October 13, 2021

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Karen Jones November 16, 2021 at 12:29 PM Congrats loved the rhyme and great job with the presentation.

Christuraj Alex November 16, 2021 at 5:39 AM Great writing on Yancey Railroad. Congratulations!

Bj Legros Kelley November 16, 2021 at 2:56 AM Congratulations on your first place win in my contest Regina! It was so informative, reflective and a bit heart wrenching. A beautiful tribute which brought my heart and mind to another place and time. You have helped to keep the Yancy Railroad alive in this beautiful work of art which is so amazingly crafted with the perfection of your superb gift! Again, congratulations Gina! God bless you!

Lindsay Laurie October 14, 2021 at 8:07 PM Hello Regina ... a nice poem recalling your personal history that you wrote for us readers to be reminded of - thank you Regina - Lindsay

Mystic Rose Rose October 13, 2021 at 5:27 AM So many memories listed here I can't begin to say which one touched me the most. You have done an outstanding job here, so much detail and emotion went into telling the story through poetry, its a winner for me Gina :)