Category Archives: History

Once Upon A Time

Posted on May 25, 2021 by oldmainer
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Senior Citizen

Posted on April 8, 2021 by oldmainer
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In Barren Fields

Posted on April 9, 2014 by oldmainer

Originally posted on Ink lings:
In barren fields where once was grown Golden wheat in springtime sown Still stands the barn from long ago The ravages of years it’s foe For seasons of neglect atone The whims of natures force…

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The Old Mill

Posted on December 8, 2013 by oldmainer

The pristine stream through fertile lands Spills oer the sluice where the old mill stands The tides of time upon it fall With feet of stone and weathered wall Where once the mighty water wheel Powered the stone that ground … Continue reading →

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Closet of My Mind

Posted on November 22, 2013 by oldmainer

In the closet of my mind Hang my yesterdays Remnants of the past Reminders of a life lived They are no longer stylish Value diminished by time Colors faded, buttons tarnished Like trophies on a shelf I’ll never wear them … Continue reading →

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Sentry Of The Harbor

Posted on October 6, 2013 by oldmainer

Silently I stand and wait At ready to vituperate Those who choose to test my might And the flames of war ignite At peril of their fate Try thee not my granite wall  Lest thunder from my cannon fall  Upon … Continue reading →

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Aftermath

Posted on September 11, 2013 by oldmainer

The cannon have grown silent Were they stilled by death Or was I

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In A Town Called Gettysburg

Posted on August 16, 2013 by oldmainer

An army gathering since morn To the west and north they form Unrelentingly advance Their goal of victory to enhance In a town called Gettysburg By mid day the tide has turned The gray line will not be spurned Union … Continue reading →

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The Colors Of Freedom

Posted on July 4, 2013 by oldmainer

We face each other. The distance shorter with each day Each cloaked in the stench of death Cannon, silent but alert, line the hills Their voice kills my brothers Who like me, struggle to survive another day Each believing God … Continue reading →

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Cobwebs

Posted on July 2, 2013 by oldmainer

Up creaky stairs in the attic Dim light through grimy windows Dances on cobwebs Forgotten treasures   Protected by the dust of years Huddle in silence Maternity clothes Stored in anticipation Of expectations never met Ebony discs Etched with music … Continue reading →

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