Absence of Man
For Ursula Reese
Mountsberg grasses unfurl in the breeze
Tall spindly trees struggle for height
Dramatic views atop a mountain brow
Great blue herons hunt majestically in flight.
Autumn’s glory suckles the sun
Parades of magnetic greens and potent hues of red
Deep skies of dreams and design
Winter sunsets gaze into nights white bed.
Sumacs breathe of fire and fury
Along the mighty Bruce
Winding trails and tranquil diversity
As paths divide among the spruce.
Mans weathered hands pursue urban sprawl
Beauty of nature compromised
Contrasted by challenges between landscape and man
Destined to unite, leaves no one surprised.
Tracy Lynn Repchuk
Works by Ursula Reese
