A Rivers Rest
Sep 8, 2022
A Haiku Bouquet
Shingle rolls in waves
Lapping at the water’s edge
Eroding at my dreams.
Long-legged herons stalk
In shallows where children play~
Minnows splash and shriek.
Pinned by chosen rocks
Towels cushion bronzing bodies~
Knuckles for a bed.
Wide flat stones worn smooth
Relentless rivers roving~
Wet feet in the sun.
Curved wings hold the air
Skimming over swimmer’s heads~
Sharp beaks slice the waves.
Warmed by backward sun
Hunches ease and fade away~
On the rivers run.
Thank you for reading.
