Scenery

Leisurely standing around on a sandy

Beach watching the ocean roll in doesn’t

Entice me to swim. Gazing at the rising

Mountain peaks just a short distance away

Never inspired me to climb. Likewise,

Driving through the vast expanse of

Planted wheat fields is a wondrous sight,

But realistically, farming is not a calling

Which ever appealed to me. Scenery—

Desert’s desolate landscape baked, river’s

Wide rolling passageway to the sea are

breathtaking sights indeed. Yet I am not

Moved to venture out or explore. But,

I will admit that I’m the product of the

Big city (born and raised) where concrete,

Steel and glass, and the choke of freeway

Traffic forever consume my view, where

I have skillfully adapted to looking both

Ways before crossing the street, even though

The light may be with me. A guy could be

In some serious trouble, even get hurt or

Worse around these here parts if they’re

Not paying close attention. One stands a

Far better chance with the sharks when

Their feet are firmly planted on the beach.

Chris Hanch 2-9-17