Late Rain at North Lake
The early rains have started late
Old roads lie muddy near North Lake
Wild quail erupt behind the trees
Exploding near in front of me
And further down the way a hedge
To guide one to the water's edge
Bullfrogs in chorus croak their songs
Each one competes to sound most strong
A wood duck quacks as he floats by
Reflections from the sun and sky
Which play upon it's dappled form
With promises of coming warmth
The lake appears to be intact
Despite past winters fierce attacks
Old roads lie muddy near North Lake
The early rains have started late
Late Rain at North Lake
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Late Rain at North Lake
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Re: Late Rain at North Lake
It has been decades since I was at "the lake". Thanks for the post.
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Re: Late Rain at North Lake
Nice imagery that could describe any of dozens of lakes nearby. The bullfrogs of my childhood have mostly disappeared due to real estate development that has replaced the marshes and estuaries with summer homes. I miss their nightly chorus around the campfire.
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Re: Late Rain at North Lake
Thanks guys. It's getting warmer now, and the lake (North Lake) is as beautiful as ever.
I prefer to keep an open mind,....but not so much that my brains fall out.- Carl Sagan
Your brain is like an umbrella. It only works when it's open- Someone Smart
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