Like old and weathered dungarees
and boots with tread worn bare
These words spring from a reservoir
of treasures hoarded there.
I love the sounds of Kinnikinnic
Ashwaubenon Mattoon
Trempealeau and Manawa
flow clear as Claire de Lune.
These names are quite melodious
Lucianna, Madeline
Thoreau, Cousteau and Ellen Jane
like strains for Auld Lang Syne.
Along the way my favorite word
holds grace and charm for me
The vowels purr for petals sweet
the loveliest....anemone.