Author: Russell Hilliard Loines
The hills of home rise soft and green, They cradle me with tender care, And as I gaze upon their slopes I feel a peace beyond compare. The hills of home are dear to me, They hold my heart within their fold, And though I wander far and wide Their memory is pure as gold.
Type of Poem: Lyric Poem
Date Written: 1920-01-01
Date Published: 1920-05-01
Language: English
Keywords: Hills, Home, Nature, Peace, Memory
Source: Collected Poems
Publisher: Privately Published
Rights/Permissions: Public Domain
Comments/Notes: A poem that reflects on the deep connection to one's homeland, using the imagery of hills to evoke a sense of peace and cherished memories.
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