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Baltimore Ballads: Poems from Charm City

A varied collection of poems gathered around this subject, with space for different voices, images, and moods.

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01

Geography

Harbor Lights:

Ships that sail in twilight's hue,
Baltimore's dreams come into view.
Harbor whispers tales of old,
In its waves, our stories told.

02

Geography

Charmed Streets:

Brick and cobble, history's lane,
Baltimore's charm in every grain.
Stories of a steadfast town,
In its embrace, we never frown.

03

Geography

Raven’s Call:

Poe's echoes in the evening air,
Baltimore's mystique is rare.
Literature and life entwined,
In its streets, a soul defined.

04

Geography

Baltimore’s Harbor:

By the harbor, tales are spun,
Baltimore shines, under the sun.
Ships and sails, history's pride,
In Baltimore, where dreams reside.
From Fells Point to Inner Harbor's gleam,
Baltimore's spirit, a constant theme.
In every wave and brick-lined street,
Baltimore's pulse, steady and sweet.

05

Geography

Baltimore’s Heart:

In the heart of Maryland's grace,
Baltimore holds a special place.
From Edgar's pen to Camden's field,
Stories of courage, dreams revealed.
With every step, with every glance,
Baltimore's charm, a sweet romance.
In its streets, history and art,
Baltimore, you have our heart.

06

Geography

Baltimore's Heart:

In Baltimore's streets, where history sings,
A city's spirit takes to wings.
From Inner Harbor's bustling shore,
To Fells Point's charm, forevermore.
A city of pride, bold and grand,
Baltimore, where heroes stand.
Culture thrives, stories unfold,
In Baltimore, hearts are bold.
Amidst the echoes of maritime lore,
Baltimore's essence, forevermore.
From the monuments to Camden Yards' cheer,
To the Chesapeake, drawing near.
In every heartbeat, pride alights,
Baltimore shines through days and nights.

07

Geography

Inner Harbor Hijinks:

Baltimore's harbor, ships so bright,
I took a tour, what a sight.
But then I tripped on narrow deck,
And splashed right in, what the heck!
The tourists laughed and helped me out,
In Baltimore, joy's about.
From harbor's charm to city's cheer,
Baltimore's laughter's always near.

08

Geography

Crab Feast Frolics:

Baltimore's crabs, so rich and sweet,
I tried to eat, what a treat.
But then I spilled it on my lap,
And laughed so hard, gave a clap.
The locals smiled and gave me more,
In Baltimore, joy's at the core.

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