Back to the Future

A Flash 55....

I live in the shadow of giants,

modern prehistoric birds;

blue whales flying overhead.

At night, we watch otherworldly 
lights dance on the horizon; 
the birds are aloft, their eyes 
glowing in the dark.

Frequently flying off to distant lands

to disgorge stomach contents;

our ground vibrates as they return 
home to roost once more.

©  Ginny Brannan March 2012

Shared with Mr. Know-It-All Friday Flash 55--a story or poem in 55 words.

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Our town lies in the flight path of Westover Air Reserve Base, home to the C5 Galaxy transport. These flying “whales” can swallow more than 270 Jonahs (plus flight crew), or 6 transcontinental buses, 2 Abrams tanks, 36 cargo pallets (10,000 lb. capacity),  or 7 UH1 copters. More info at:
 http://www.theaviationzone.com/factsheets/c5.asp

Pretentious Paradise (Flash 55)

Mere miles off Massachusetts’ coastline, this island awaits:

noted summer paradise for pompous politicians and presidents.

Sailboats and yachts anchor side-by-side near sleepy seaside villages.

Well-tanned physiques, perfectly sculpted by personal trainers,

play mock tennis matches and wander through fancy boutiques

that cater to the well-groomed wealthy…

 ~ Welcome to The Vineyard ~

© Copyright Ginny Brannan July 2011

People of Chilmark, Thomas Hart Benton, 1920

*Chilmark is a village on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. 

A few facts about the Vineyard: During the summer, the usual 15,000 residents swell to 75,000. Presidents Clinton and Obama have vacationed there. The Kennedy's family home is just across the Vineyard sound in Hyannis, and they are known to spend time here. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis owned an estate here. Singers James Taylor and Carly Simon are residents of this island. Steven Spielberg filmed the movie 'Jaws' here. Actor John Belushi is buried here.
This is my first attempt at a Flash 55, a story told in 55 words

Photo prompt courtesy of Tess Kincaid for Magpie Tales#73
 http://magpietales.blogspot.com/
Posted at Mr. Know-It-All's Flash Friday 55

http://g-man-mrknowitall.blogspot.com/2011/07/friday-flash-55_14.html