I am From...(also inspired by Amaryllis)

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katahdin
Senior Member

since 2010-07-01

Posts 1196
ME. In the Shadow of the Mt.

0 posted 2010-09-26 01:24 AM

I am from the Downeast, up north
From the shadow of Katahdin
Appalachian's begining or end

I am from the pine covered mountian
From summer sway of lupines dancing
and lush blueberry feilds

I am from the rocky coast
From cool sea spray kissing salty lips
and lazy summer days

I am from a Northeaster
Buried in winter white
From snowbank forts launching snowballs
and a warm quilt by a cozy fire

I am from small town comfort
From mill town gone bust
and friendly neighbors helping others
No need for locked doors

I am from working nights only
Vampire, carrying my tray of needles
From staying up late on PIP
Reading poetry till dawn

I am from dreamers
Who dared to dream

Note: For those who may not know -
Katahdin - is the largest mountain in Maine
Northeaster - is a blizzard in the north-east
Downeast (Downeaster) - a native from Maine

[This message has been edited by katahdin (09-26-2010 02:26 AM).]

Marchmadness
Member Rara Avis

since 2007-09-16

Posts 9271
So. El Monte, California

1 posted 2010-09-26 03:31 AM

Just beautiful, katahdin. I would love to see Maine. You make it sound fascinating.
Ida

katahdin
Senior Member

since 2010-07-01

Posts 1196
ME. In the Shadow of the Mt.

2 posted 2010-09-26 04:20 AM

Thanks Ida, Maine is very beautiful and mostly unspoiled. Maine is called the "Vacation Land" because people come from all over to vacation here. Welcome anytime!
Kat >^..^<

Margherita
Member Seraphic

since 2003-02-08

Posts 22236
Eternity

3 posted 2010-09-26 09:48 AM

quote:
No need for locked doors

That's a lucky place you are from, dear Katahdin!

This is very lovely and inspiring!

Love,
Margherita

Cpat Hair

Member Patricius

since 2001-06-05

Posts 11793

4 posted 2010-09-26 10:40 AM

you are from a rugged and independent stock of people who would it seems appreciate the finer points of life... which are often the simpler pleasures and most valuable in the end...

enjoyed...

Sunshine

Administrator

Member Empyrean

since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

5 posted 2010-09-26 12:44 PM

The "I Am" series offers so much insight,
as well as a continued sense of mystery.

Thanks for coming along on the ride!

secondhanddreampoet
Member Ascendant

since 2006-11-07

Posts 6394
a 'Universalist' !

6 posted 2010-09-26 12:49 PM

well done!!

my 'writes' are also mostly from/about the mountains along the N.E. U.S.A.
coast (the 'endless mountains' section of the Appalachians in particular)

katahdin
Senior Member

since 2010-07-01

Posts 1196
ME. In the Shadow of the Mt.

7 posted 2010-09-26 07:37 PM

Margherita - I feel very lucky to have grown up in Maine.
Cpat Hair - I do believe the simple uncomplicated things in life are the best!
Sunshine - I agree with you about the "I am from" series. This was a great sugestion from Amaryllis. Hope more will join in.
Secondhanddreampoet - The Appalachian mountains are a great inspiration.

Thanks everyone for checking out where I am from.
Kat >^..^<

katahdin
Senior Member

since 2010-07-01

Posts 1196
ME. In the Shadow of the Mt.

8 posted 2010-09-28 04:14 AM

Amaryllis
Senior Member

since 2010-05-20

Posts 1306
Mi now

9 posted 2010-09-28 04:06 PM

Wonderful! So gorgeous, feels familiar from my age-old Connecticut days (35+ yrs ago.) I also love the 'no need for locked doors'.. and your glimpse into life as a phlebotomist or nurse... vampire, lol!

Captivating, Kat!

Best to you...
Amaryllis

The Lady
Member Rara Avis

since 2005-12-26

Posts 7634
The Southwest

10 posted 2010-09-28 05:02 PM

rocky coast and sea spray reminds me of my neighboring home... Cape Cod
oh this is lovely Kat

you are a phlebotomist?

latearrival
Member Ascendant

since 2003-03-21

Posts 5499
Florida

11 posted 2010-09-28 05:04 PM

Have a close friend who came from your area.This is lovely. latearrival

katahdin
Senior Member

since 2010-07-01

Posts 1196
ME. In the Shadow of the Mt.

12 posted 2010-09-28 08:28 PM

Hi everyone! Just wanted to let you know that I'm a Medical Lab Tech and run the night shift at the local hospital Laboratory.
Thanks for looking.
Kat >^..^<

Yuka
Member

since 2010-08-19

Posts 71
china

13 posted 2010-09-29 07:24 AM

love "No need for locked doors" too
wow,such a attractive place
hope some day go to see it
thank you for sharing

Yuka Chan

Misty Lilacs
Senior Member

since 2005-11-15

Posts 1060
White Birch Forest

14 posted 2010-09-29 07:46 AM

i loved this! I'm from mountains and seashore of NH. Have been to the rocky coast of Maine many, many times and love it more each time I visit.

A beautiful poem that I enjoyed very much.

ooxx Marti

"I am using this cane as a fashion statement. It's the newest trend in accessories."

Novus_Os
Member

since 2010-07-21

Posts 115
West Coast, USA

15 posted 2010-09-30 01:14 AM

You've inspired me twice now in a matter
of a week katahdin! When I wrote the jester
it was in response to me thinking about humor.
Indirectly from where your poem on the moon
made me smile. I like this one very much,
so I tried my hand at my own "I am from".
Even though I no longer call it my home.
Thank you!!

Life is meant to be enjoyed, not just endured.

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