I Am Louisiana

By Theresa Hardy

I am the rivers and waterways, that flow through me like veins.

I am the cypress and magnolia,

that grow with every rain.

I protect the mighty gator, as he roams throughout my lands.

I watch the friendly pelican, as he soars above my sands.

I am the stories told by all, the stories everlasting.

I am Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, the day before the fasting.

I am the taste of happiness, that make up every feast.

I am jazz, blues, and zydeco, rhythm, to say

the least.

I am the sounds you hear at night, the sights you

see by day.

I am the midnight air you breathe, and every word you say.

I am the colorful morning sky, and the evening sun

that sets.

I am the fields for crops to grow, the fisherman, and his nets.

I am a unique culture, rising up from my past.

I am in the hearts of many, my strength will always last.

I am but natural beauty, hidden deep, places untold.

I am Louisiana, standing strong, as I grow old.

Photography CreditsTheresa Hardy

Madeline Dehart Jude Dubois Stacy Bodin

Microsoft