Snapshots Poem by Barry Middleton

stand alone by a great waterfall
hear the sound of fear and awe

take note of the symmetry
in the wings of an eagle

when the breeze stirs
see that the trees are like dancers

in the gold of the palm blossom
treasure springs from quite heat

climb the western mountain
and find the home of the lion

travel across the sea and dream
but never forget your home

to see the majesty of the universe
abandon all foolish notions

learn of the folly of conquest
but do not surrender to tyranny

whisper your prayers to the wind
and answer only to yourself