#RockyMountaineer #PoetryCompetition.

Although there were many wonderful views to look at on the journey, there came a time when relaxation kicked in and some people played cards, some read, some people closed their eyes; my husband sketched and I wrote.

The stewards were still attentive and Becky, one of them, took the microphone and announced that she had decided to have a poetry competition. She asked the passengers to write a poem about their experience on the train and then on the second day they would be read out and a winner announced.

So racking my brain I spent an enjoyable hour or so writing a variety. Here are a couple of them;

 Poem 1.  

All aboard, the tannoy announces
So the waiting crowd pounces
Hey! Be careful not to push!
As they run and rush
Excitement roars.
Noise level soars
But
Once on board
They settle into their seats
Ready to rock and roll to the train’s steady beat.
Flashes of mountains and forests green
On either side of the carriage can be seen.
Assistants friendly, smile and stand
Ready to lend a helping hand.
Meals are taken at your table
Eating delicious food on trays so stable.
Drinks are offered with a smile
As the train travels onward, mile after mile.
 A delightful day spent on the train
Over 30   and not a hint of rain.
Travelling onward round the last bend
Soon our journey will come to an end
Coaches arrive to carry us away
A perfect end to a perfect day!

​Poem 2

Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Saw some bears
Australians cheer
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Drinking wine
And ice cold beer.
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Lovely scenery
Both front and rear.
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Watching  the forest-
Looking for deer.
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
High ledges and ravines
Hold no fear.
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Beautiful mountains
So tall and sheer.
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Looked after by staff
Year upon year.
Rock, rock, rock on the Mountaineer
Say goodbye​
And shed a tear!
​
Sue Westcott (C.)2017​

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