As the sun slowly rises
over the hunter green
of the pines in the distance,
burning off the early morning mist.
Its slim fingers of gold
sparkle across the sleeping river,
like little flashes of light.
A cool breeze
accompanies the sun’s journey
calling good morning
to the life beneath.
The teal water
and the winged plumage
sleeping in the brush,
awaken and stretch.
I sit motionless sipping
my early morning brew
so as not to disturb
nature in its perfection.
I watch this picture unfold .
The sound of the water
lapping softly
against the multicolored
time worn stones
at the waters edge
lulls me to peace.
If only life would be
this simple and pure,
and uncomplicated.
Obviously un added man,
touched only by
God’s almighty hand.