FLAGS FLYING

Several years ago my husband and I took a trip to Waco from Beaumont area headed toward the north central Texas. As my husband drove, I became engaged in the view. Taking highway 69 North to Woodville, then Highway 287 Northwest toward Crockett, then Highway 7 to Centerville to Highway 6 that leads on into Waco.

On the route Highway 287 Northwest, there were several ranches with fences that led to gates from which hung the American Flag and the Texas Flag on either side. It was a grand sight to see, and glory shone through the patriotism of these Texas people.

The sight inspired me to write these poems. I hope they inspire you too.

FLAGS

Flags flying in the wind

Going to and fro,

The U.S. flag, the Texas flag

Between two gates unknown

As we travel Texas roads.

A ranch among the pine tress flow

We dare not be dismayed.

The U.S. flag, the Texas flag

Waving in the wind

As onward we travel through this land

Bought by blood and sweat and tears.

TWO FLAGS

I see two flags a flying,

   high up in the air.

Over gates wide and strong,

The U.S. flag so proud and proved she hangs

    above the clouds

The Texas flag beside her also hangs

Just as proud as she ever was in years gone by

     bought with blood and sweat and tears,

     also bought with hands very tried and true.

The Anniversary

     We drove for about 40 minutes down the highway to Al T”s Seafood and Steakhouse. It was a cold day but, we enjoyed getting out after two days of rainy weather being cooped up inside.

     As we were seated in the non-smoking section that led down a small hallway, there were windows on the outside wall. In the window was a shelf with metal sculptures. One in the shape of a chicken, the other had a miniature pitcher that would have been used for watering pot plants. In the middle was a miniature washtub with a flower arrangement in it.

     Out side the window were picnic table for bright sunny days. They looked like several people could share a meal there. The food was delicious with just the right amount of proportions for us. Inside was warm and cozy. The waitress was attentive, yet gave us our quiet time.

     The date ended when we returned home to take a quiet evening just quietly meditating with each other just as we had begun the day.