Three Children
They see
Nature unfold, her green
coat, firs as soldiers
silent and dark
the lake, a shining glow
across its surface, ripples
are fingers calling.
Below, anxious trout leap
at fallen flies
breaking surface with a
quiet splash.
Children watch, eyes
full of excitement,
hearts beating faster
a picture-scene, they love
the land. Their heritage.
© Richard L. Provencher 1996
First published Summer 1996
Volume 12, Number 3
The Officers’ Quarterly
York-Sunbury Historical Society, Inc.
ISSN-0845-4868
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Comments
SundaysChild | May 11, 2009 - 23:22
This is lovely.
Richard L. Prov... | May 12, 2009 - 02:07
Thank you for your kind words. As adults we sometimes forget how children are watching, evaluating, and then copying. Such a responsibility to keep their interest in life fresh, and honest. Writing is fun. Richard LP
SundaysChild | May 12, 2009 - 22:30
Well said.
Writing is fun, I agree :)