A Mourning Dove walks
pink-footed through the sand,
unfurling soft syllables
into the September sun.
I glance up from my writing,
look through the binoculars,
and watch the breast feathers
settle back into place.
I look back at my work,
and attempt to write
my own syllables,
but they fall short.
© 2023 Richard Havenga
Photo Locations:
1. & 2. Canon Township - Kent County - Michigan
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