Between the Boards

The waters of Rockabema Lake are calm,

not a single ripple disturbs the glassy surface,

a gift of Mother Nature that soothes the soul.

Perched on the edge of the wooden dock,

I inhale deeply, and absorb this peace offering,

serenity a gentle stream flowing through my veins.

In this quiet moment, my gaze wanders and discovers

a beauty tucked away in unnoticed corners.

Between weathered floorboards,

the tiniest of red flowers bloom,

the Cladonia clinging to every crevice

the cedar plank has to offer. A master of the arts,

She doesn’t just stop at the grand brush strokes,

but lures willing admirers to marvel

at even the finest of details.