Ode to the Paper Mill Bridge

Image: The New Paper Mill Bridge, Brookville, Indiana – Photo by Ron Grimes

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Ode to the Paper Mill Bridge

for my sweet Ron

On Paper Mill Bridge I stand watching, remembering
As I sense the essence of flowing water, like flowing blood
Through my veins and the sun shines over the rocks

Old trees along the water remember the storms
While the stones string themselves along the paths
We trek together as we once spoke of stars

The moss on trees remind the stars to remain cool
As a breeze comes carrying a promise of rain
Our moments tougher come, flooding my mind

Your touch, your bright laughter, the gentleness
Of your voice at the open door of our life together—
Paper Mill Bridge will remain in our memory

The river music will always call us like a sacred vow
Pledged in our hearts as our souls grow in our love
We will honor the sunshine, the leaves, and the water

The bridge joining our souls together
Stands as a monument to what we will become