This River

This River


This River
of salt n pepper hues
ripples downstream
from it's source
of noble proud lineage

All rivers lead to an ocean
bypassing embankments
of sturdy solid mass
breadth of strength
inspiring the imagination

Ray's of light
penetrate and connect
with shoals unseen
arching forth prisms
extraordinaire

It's aqualine intriguing angle
laps over hidden canyons
neath the surface
obscuring the depths
of inner guarded secrets

Leaving gentle clues
as it runs past mounds
tward passionate yet
tight lipped breath
amid afternoon shadows

Upward over the bar
sprays cafe latte foam
swirls like cinnamon rolls
onward to oceans of destination
retaining the mystery

Such is the nature of the River..
This River!!



Ch'erie de Perrott
Copyright 2006