Michele Kittell

pieces of the river
so subtle and clear
reflections from the sky
a contrasting mirror
smooth as glass water lays
as a surplus of dimples
float gently my way
a warm wind rolling over
turn the trees to
to heaven’s ear
greens hands in agreement
reach up and cheer
dragonflies jump around
song sparrows connect
swallows drift happily
like little dusty specks
the clouds calm and confident
overwhelm me with peace
I breathe it all in
at my secret evening seat