On our weekend away
I heard many rumors
Of magnificent scenery
And stunning views
And yet
I found myself
Effortlessly resisting
Any temptation
To take my eyes
Off of you
This love poem is dedicated to my sweetheart Maryjo. The weekend get-away referenced was this last weekend, a Fall bike tour weekend at Mackinaw City, Michigan. It included a sunrise bike ride across the Mackinaw bridge followed by a boat ride to Mackinac Island and bike ride around the island. Perhaps needless to say, I was more than satisfied with my view…