Ode to a New World

A Poem for Columbus Day

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A sailor bold his heart aflame
Across the ocean he sought to claim
A land unknown a world so vast
A promise throughout history would last

Columbus sailed with courage true
Through stormy seas a steadfast crew
They reached a shore a sight so grand
A new horizon the promised land

Though challenges arose and trials came
They persevered to remain strong and sane
A legacy of hope they searched to find
A land transformed that would last through time

So let us celebrate with grateful cheer
This explorer’s spirit year after year
For Columbus’ voyage a beacon bright
A world he knew would soon unite.
— WOLRAD

(A poem from the Wolrad collection #378)