Precious fluid
long pine needles freeze
in sleeves of ice then fresh snow
trees are painted white
deer tread quietly
ever alert for danger
they move stealthily
waiting for the cars
as they swish by on their way
drivers don't see them
only distant lights
like candles they mark the path
to their city homes
exiting the wild
beauty of nature that springs
streams of pure water
flowing on its course
the precious fluid provides
what is life saving
an earthly treasure
it weaves its way through the globe
within and above
leaving returning
its passing goes unnoticed
taken for granted
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| Nooksack River in Washington state |
That is the sad truth that we take the beauty of nature for granted and will only protest when it is too late.
ReplyDeleteAs man has needed to find properties where new homes or businesses can be constructed, many of the natural habitats for other creatures are often destroyed. Just in the area where I live I know that some of the birds that used to be quite common in this valley are rarely seen now. Plants that were frequently seen have diminished almost to the point of extinction because people learned too late how their existence affected the life cycles of other creatures. Even many so called weeds have a purpose.
DeleteJust loved the read......the way the deer is portrayed..just beautiful...i could imagine it
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year Pat
Thanks, DeeDee. I'm glad that you enjoyed it. We get to watch deer frequently.
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