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2012 Writing Contest Winner

September 12, 2012Images ContestKim Lucy

Thank you to Richard Lloyd for submitting, I Dream of the Canyon, a beautiful poem and this years Grand Prize Winner for Arizona Raft Adventures’ Poetry/Short Story Contest!

 

I Dream of the Canyon

Weathered Rock. Ancient people.

The anticipation of another sunrise.

Red Rock. Blue Sky.

The whisper of a well-placed oar.

I dream of the Canyon.

 

Twisted Rock. Shining Water.

The shadow of a condor in flight.

Dusty Rock. Drifting Clouds.

The scent of redbud on the breeze.

I dream of the Canyon

 

Sculpted Rock. Distant Rim.

The rumbling roar of a rapid ahead.

Dark Rock. Clear Brook,

The careful step of a wary bighorn.

I dream of the Canyon

 

Carved Rock. Desert Sun,

The promise of a hidden trail.

Coloured Rock. Sandy Beach,

The hint of wonder round the curve.

I dream of the Canyon.

 

Towering Rock. Patient Guide.

The living of a life less ordinary.

Broken Rock. Watchful Heron,

The suggestion of rain in the air.

I dream of the Canyon.

 

Layered Rock. Meandering River.

The spark of lightning in the sky.

Glowing Rock. Setting Sun,

The rolling echo of a distant storm.

I dream of the Canyon

 

Warm Rock. Bright Stars.

The smile that speaks of wonder found.

I dream of the Canyon.

Of the Canyon I dream.

I dream…

 

– Richard Lloyd

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