Surrounded by sea on every side
Ere at the mercy of storm and tide
Touched and kissed by resplendent foam
This beautiful island we call our home
Oh, Cape Ann, your wonderful light
A native’s, tourist’s and artist’s delight
In what we have we take such pride
Proclaiming your glory far and wide
When the surf is high and the waves are breaking
The scenes are more than just breath-taking
Roiling seas, or skies of blue
Nature’s fury and beauty, too.
When we’re low or whatever betide
Nothing restores like that back shore ride
Nor is there beauty in ocean alone
Rugged rocks, the fog horn’s groan
Seagulls squawking, they’re wonderfully white
Fishing boats painted in colors so bright
Our famous statues, Magnolia shore
Hammond Castle, Rockport and more
Deserted Dogtown with blueberries blest
There’s so much to show an awestruck guest!
Returning from traveling, thanks abound
We’re struck by this beauty all around
Nothing could bring us more good cheer
And aren’t we lucky — we live right here!
Judith A. Williams
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