Looking down the river
as far as the eye can see
discerning fact from fiction
becoming part of me
Kayaking further
there is a strange glow
should I investigate
or lie low
A rippling catches my attention
growing the closer I get
it is an alligator
beginning to sweat
Moving closer
a fish jumps
something in the water
my heart thumps
Upon closer examination
the facts become clear
the water rippling and glowing
are an early morning deer
Continuing down the river
peace is at hand
the sounds of birds and crickets
singing harmony with nature’s band
copyright 2018 Debbie Pierce
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Piper's Adventures 
In my imagination, I rode very mile with you. Thank you.
Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Love kayaking! Loved your poem!!!! Beautiful pic, too! 🙂
Thank you. Kayaking is so relaxing and fun. Thanks for reading.
Absolutely magical and inspiring way of viewing various facts…and the photo has sentimental value as well! In my hometown, the Scioto River runs through it and looks very similar to that picture. It conjures up fond memories.
Thank you. Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful day!
Beautifully expressed
Thank you. Thanks for reading.
My pleasure
Great work. Loved the pictures – those of the river and those in my mind. Thanks.
Thank you.
beautiful poem debbie! ❤
Thank you.