I am on the ground
But not grounded
A bounce or two
Are left in my step
But I won’t overdo it
It will be a long day
I have handled these before
More in the future
Just recently I explored
Lake Victoria in British Columbia
The water was clear and cold
No spills; plenty of pictures
Will go back soon, as time permits
I am about to fly
This is not unusual
Above the clouds and blue sky
I like the feel and freedom
The brightness of the sun
Cannot sense my movement
I am in sync with the wind
There is a euphoria
So commonplace that
I don’t always appreciate it
Mountaintops are different
From a distance or even close
They are uplifting to me
I try to think of possibilities
Nature is supreme
There is no outdoing it
I fly low over deserts
Looking for life
It is there, usually well hid
I wind through valleys
The experience is exuberating
Especially when the rain falls
I will long for the ground
And land; rest for a while
I like hiking and exploring
New flora and fauna depending
On where and when
Waterfalls are hypnotizing
Streams flowing into
The lakes and seas
Can be waded through
But their grandeur demands
A few minutes to observe and marvel at
I am anxious to fly
Head over farm lands
The plains offer delightful visuals
Especially the sunflowers
Always following the sun
Beautiful against the palate
Of brown cultivated earth
There is energy in the small towns
Sometimes I’ll land and look around
Talk to folks about the weather
They are happy as I move on
Having enjoyed my visit
I tell you these things because
I want you to know what angels do
Stanski
September 12, 2023, ^
Steve Haarman 