Philadelphia

Philadelphia.

What a reputation this city has acquired.

Often resented and neglected instead of admired.

Oh, Philadelphia. How long of a way you have come.

The first capital of the United States – a fact only known by some.

Philadelphia – the cradle of the Liberty Bell.

This city is the epitome of show and tell.

Philadelphia is known for its arts and culture.

Take a walk through the city with the most beautiful sculptures.

For instance, the freedom sculpture on 16^th and vine –

A depiction of struggle and desire cleverly intertwined.

The universal theme for freedom stands true.

Countless cultures have their own versions of the blues.

We all face obstacles throughout our life;

Underestimate another’s and you welcome strife.

Freedom – a universal desire we share as a team.

Freedom from illness, freedom from sin, freedom from prejudice in race and sexism.

My reaction to the sculpture that depicts a victory.

But I think we should help each other and not repeat history.

Moving on from the past and onto the present,

Philadelphia’s sights will have you feeling transcendent.

Fairmount Park – an outdoor museum of art –

An atmosphere that pleases my heart.

Now I’m no tour guide and no nothing of the sort.

But I do know Philly isn’t just a regional port.

I have not seen it all but I am waiting anxiously

For a day to observe the mural arts close and personally.

Each building has a message for all to hear.

I hope you know I am truly being sincere.

Indulge in this one-of-a-kind city of “Brotherly Love.”

Philadelphia is historical, modern, contemporary and all the above.

Philadelphia, what does it mean?

A balance of old, new and everything in between.

I never considered it to be pretty

Until I snapped a photo of the city.

Those buildings wouldn’t stand so tall without the rest,

Even the weakest, ugliest, shortest branch supports a nest.

The not-so-safe areas of Philly have potential

And acknowledging this is essential.

Because when I say the city of Philadelphia is beautiful overall,

I mean how the layout of the city functions all the way up to the buildings that stand tall.

It gives us all something to look forward to.

Oh, Philadelphia. I truly appreciate you.