The Musselshell River

The Writer's Cramp - 4-23-25 - Monchielle - 4 stanzas

Monchielle - The River. (preferrably close to your home.)

The river near Roundup, Montana.

The Musselshell River,
a muddy mess today.
When the snow starts to melt
or if ice is breaking,
now a flood is soon felt.

The Musselshell River,
serene in the summer.
Flowing past the walkers
with their dogs on long leashes,
ignoring all gawkers.

The Musselshell River,
a vital waterway
for ranches and farmers.
But before there were farms,
beavers held the waters.

The Musselshell River
will often be flooding.
Houses will be floating,
businesses will be closed.
But now all are boating.