earth note 574

in the spring

the river learns how
to climb the scaffolding
and bridge abutments
like the sure trusty feet
of an ironworker
who can strike an arc
even when hanging
upside down

.....

the flow down at the dam

has slowed
with the barges backing up
like a friday night rush hour

.....

by morning

the willows
will be stretching their torsos
roots digging in
for the dry season

--- e b bortz