A Settlers Trail

Ruts from an old wagon
trail dug deeply in the mud
of ancient days

and footsteps followed
history on my mind.

Left early this morning
seeking out any old farms
abandoned yet alive
in their natural heritage

leftovers from early pages
memories abandoned
in haste as they moved on.

I did discover an old well
and precious items
scattered in disarray
also implements of worth
in the joy of earlier days

from brave settlers
arriving before my time.

Now I’m in urgent need
escaping across that same
ridge of possibilities wagon
ruts leading me on and on.

© Richard L. Provencher
Website: www.wsprog.com/rp/