THE RIVER'S NATURE

published "Poetic Voices of America" Sparrowgrass collection, 1992

The river runs deep with forbidden secrets, leery of intrusion to a trusted few.

Swirling past knowledge held sacred, the current utters in whisper

to protect its truth.

Mindful of nature's fruitful song, winged creature glides

gracefully midst times reminiscent.

All Mother's lore upon renaissance greeted;

championship welcome, rejoicing flourishes to noble tune.

The orb's brilliant glow sifts through the gaiety;

nocturnal proclamation sings cheery note.

With the wilderness' keepsake of promise, the river flows timeless.

Embracing dawn's iridescent crystal hues -- held close,

breathless for remembrance to savor.

The beckoning river sparkles slivered images to crest anticipation,

entices delightful with adventure to possess

for the winged glider its sole crusador.

by Patricia Joy-Frommer,  1990