Drawn up through earth's roots,
harvested, recycled, and refined,
the gift of history unfolds,
etched on curling pages of time.
Ever replete with adventures
that gently tug the soul,
books can transport the sojourner
to the distant valley or plateau.
Across the undulating waves,
embark on a journey to Bejing.
Smell the salt-air or envision
a silk-clad geisha bowing.
Inhale intoxicating aroma of lotus,
salivate over rich exotic fare.
Circle the invisible equator,
never venturing from your chair.
With a turn of page one may span
a view of Erin's verdant rolling hills,
or dance a jig on her lush carpet,
to the tune of the reed's sweet trill.
Transcending time you may wish
to traverse earth's parts unknown,
whether it be to the lovely orient,
or in search of the blarney stone.
The leaves of decades gently float,
alighting on a curious mind,
as you soar above the terrestrial,
leaving the mundane behind.
Author notes
Prompt - picture by Vladimir Kush
A contest entry
- Prompt For You #5 by Jeremy0826.
1900 points, ended November 21, 13 entries
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Comments
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Oh, this is such a lovely and contemplative response to that amazing picture. Good luck in the contest, Sweetie. 
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Excellence!
An enchanting write that
perfectly captures the essence
of the book. I loved the journey
and wish you well in the contest.
Blessings
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