Thursday, January 19, 2017

Beyond These City Walls


Just the other day in the early morning dawn
I saw a doe on the golf course across the street
From the apartment where I live.

Daily, I see and hear the honking of Canada Geese
Flying overhead. They land to feed and rest on the
Same golf course grass across the way.

I live in the city, and it’s a pleasurable experience
To see touches of nature penetrating the man-made
Surroundings of concrete, glass and steel.

Last night from my patio, two meteors streaked
Across the evening sky—welcomed visitors to my
Eyes from the beginning of time.

It is a comfort for me to know that out there,
Beyond these often crowded and blaring city walls,
The might of the Universe survives.


Chris Hanch 1-19-17

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