the trails they are calling me
where the trees form a canopy
dancing sunlight and shadows
Narrow pathways and meadows
the trails they are calling me
along the river, mountains to sea
rocks and roots, senses fully aware
damp soil afoot and soothing cool air
the trails they are calling me
to connect with wildlife running free
a fox here, an opossum there
eyes locked in a stag’s stare
the trails they are calling me
to enjoy being lost momentarily
to breathe in deep the serenity
the trails they are calling me
Alastair Vance, 23 May 2019
Alastair Vance 