Auld Brig, Dumfries.

 Auld Brig, Dumfries.
 
 Was it just Monday
 that the sun shone?
 So much rain, since then,
 so much has flowed
 beneath the Auld Brig.
 
 But it’s still there,
 still strong enough
 to endure the torrent.
 Still carrying us
 from one side…
                            …to the other.
 
 Derek Ross

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I am a photographer/ poet from Dumfries in South West Scotland. I concentrate on minimalist images and prefer using an iPhone these days. As far as my writing is concerned, I usually write short poems (some in Scots dialect), hence my interest in haiku and related forms.

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ivor20 says:

24th Feb 2021 at 10:25 pm

We remain strong….

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Mary Smith says:

24th Feb 2021 at 11:26 pm

Love this, Derek. A couple of years ago I worked in the Old Bridge House museum in the summer – great fun – all that history and otters, too.

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1. photos,poetry and haiku by Derek Ross says:
  
  25th Feb 2021 at 4:15 pm
  
  Hi Mary, I remember you working there, see someone has smashed one of the windows recently. I keep an eye on your cancer blog, yourean inspiration!
  
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Clanmother says:

25th Feb 2021 at 2:31 am

I walked across that bridge! A profound memory.

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1. photos,poetry and haiku by Derek Ross says:
  
  25th Feb 2021 at 4:10 pm
  
  Hi there, a grand brig right enough, dates from 15th Century. Has survived many a flood!
  
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  1. Clanmother says:
    
    25th Feb 2021 at 7:46 pm
    
    It is a testament and a reminder to persevere…. I’m enjoying following your posts.
    
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Liz Gauffreau says:

25th Feb 2021 at 2:41 am

I love this poem of hope and endurance! This is a poem I will carry with me.

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1. photos,poetry and haiku by Derek Ross says:
  
  25th Feb 2021 at 4:08 pm
  
  Praise indeed Liz, thanks for that. Its a grand old brig, built in the 15th Century. Lost 3 arches due to development many years ago. Otters have taken up residence near it, have become local celebrities! Hope yor well and keeping warm.
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau says:
    
    26th Feb 2021 at 1:46 am
    
    You’re welcome, Derek. I’m still getting used to seeing “brig” mean “bridge.” In my world, “brig” is a jail on a Navy ship. I’m well and keeping warm. Thank you for asking!
    
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