To visut Maui, would inject cash into local pockets
I hear many hotels, and other venues are untouched
By the fires? Just in the opposite side.' If i were able
I would go,knowing my contribution would go more
Likely where its needed.'? I an rushing off but thought
To post this in good will, for the people there, if I can
Do something? I cant thinj to rhyme this.' I know readers
Will understand, just a gesture from another human.'
Categories:
maui, america, appreciation, courage, growth,
Form: Bio
America had a King
and we all know his name
He wasn't king in England
and he wasn't king in Spain
He ruled with in our borders
And with majesty he did reign
King Kamehameha
He was known by his name
Categories:
maui, allusion,
Form: Blank verse
The fires they breach far and wide
yet leaving no nest not low or high
the closer it gets the farther we fly
wind swept smoke clouding the eyes
distance by distance higher the height
homes all gone as we struggle for life
sometimes surrounded, safety in flight
leaving those behind who could not fight
Land for a moment till heats comes nigh
then keep going or else die
no creature is spared behind in sight
a burning retreat required requite
in the darkness of night fleeing the light
that consumes all in it's way
the closer it gets panic and fits
it causes without delay
through it all that endless request
we make from day to day
grant us life a way to live
and a way to get away
It cannot burn the ocean
and it cannot burn the sand
a wall of safety so secure
till fuel is turned to ashes
the terror is past and we've been asked
is there anything left behind
then and there at that moment
I knew when doves cry
Categories:
maui, bereavement,
Form: Free verse
Amanda Eller lost 20-pound
Walking around unfamiliar ground
You can be sure
Our fortnight tour
Will leave you laughing at Lost & Found
Categories:
maui, health,
Form: Limerick
Maui
Private pristine beaches engage with the sea
Elevate one's senses to highest degree.
White froth from the waves on the light golden sands
Is spread out as if snowflakes, etched by God's hands.
The azure and teal sea reflected from sky
Where white misty clouds drift quite aimlessly by.
Enchantment surrounds and romance fills the air
To be lost in paradise without a care.
This island's pure allure cannot be denied
In luxurious features it will provide.
Bask on her beaches, swim in her aqua seas
Then sup with natives under cooling palm trees.
Waterfalls beckon through adventurous trails
Then sail off into sunset watching for whales.
Maui "the valley isle," a nickname in tune
With its high cliffs and shadows lit by the moon.
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Categories:
maui, beach, beauty, moon, paradise,
Form: Couplet
I was on the shore of Maui
And the sky was royal blue;
Perhaps it was a lighter shade
Though impressive was the view.
And the cotton floating overhead
Put my restive mind at ease;
As did the puca and the palm
And the trade wind's gentle breeze.
In fact it was so picturesque
The emerald peaks, and beach;
I considered staying where I was,
The sea just out of reach.
But the turquoise sea was calling
Till it fell upon my mind,
That I would be more greatly blessed
If I left the beach behind.
So I turned to the horizon
Quite unsure of what would be;
But Lord, the wonders I beheld...
Though it took the sea, to see!
Categories:
maui, allegory,
Form: Rhyme
Sitting on the breakwater,
long before first light,
I was met by gifts
and messengers.
First, a small bird
to warn me to be
ready.
And then, knowing
before it happened,
that a shooting star
would appear,
right where I looked,
followed by the ecstasy
between land and water
the sky and I, and
from somewhere,
a mantra,
"Don't be greedy,
don't be greedy."
All will come about
in due time.
Be happy with small gifts
from the universe
Categories:
maui, introspection, universe,
Form: Free verse