Pelican Alaska Goodbye

Quiet warm goodbyes of good people that care,
weave in deep my parting of Pelican by ferry.

Eyes that say I care, you matter, touch the cockles of my heart
on this unusual warm day.

Heading south for home, ancient snow spotted mountains
assure me they will be there when I return.

Distant patches of blue, framed in white clouds
foreshadow adventures to come.

The dark green water slides by and the slight breeze
returns Pelican memories, my heart will never forget.

I look deep into forests of hidden life untouched,
except for the pleasure of it creator.
The sea as well lives to the same dictates of the one who loves.

Looking out over the light green of the river flats,
guarded by seagulls on the shore.
Streams dark with salmon, instinctively know it's
August and time to head home.

Goodbye my dear friend Ken you and your family I always carry in my heart.
We have laughed some wonderful fish aboard,
that has kept us connected while even apart.

Goodbye, board games, guys against the girls.
Dunngie crabs, AnneBeth rolls, along with Joe's latest smoked creation,
tiny veggies from the garden and delectable desserts and more.
Gives plenty of memories to return to these shores.

Goodbye, golf kart rides at sunset or sitting on the deck
watching boats come into town.

Goodbye, heart felt handshakes, and potluck lunches after church.

Goodbye, little town of pelican your soul and feet
boardwalked to the sea.

Goodbye, rhythm and wonder of Pelican, you are carried deep in me.