Poetry From the Heart

Tennesse Living

What's it like to live in Tennessee?

Imagine looking out, in any direction, and seeing mountains,

for miles.

Imagine stepping on losing lottery cards everywhere,

that you go.

Imagine the hot spot being the public pool,

where all the teens hang out.

Imagine public schools,

violence spreading like mosquito bites.

Imagine wildflowers everywhere.

Unmowed lawns,

Hugs warmer than the stove itself,

country slang,

the best cooking imaginable.

Imagine cold, harsh comebacks,

non-preppy cheerleaders.

Imagine, hearts with more love than any Northener has in his whole body.