Roaming by the river

watching the rapids flow

the water is angry

on fire with the sun’s glow

Anguish fills my spirit

it’s not fair

loss threatens to overcome

a mighty dare

Stepping on some rocks

powerful rapids knock me down

water crashes around me

fearful I may drown

Fighting the urge

to give in

what is the purpose

meaning of life is thin

Swept down stream

having a vision

small things helping others

time to make a decision

Grabbing a limb

fighting to get to shore

slowly making progress

with each rapids roar

On the banks

safe at last

cleansed by the water

anxiety is past

A gift from the river

a few big fish

cooking on an open fire

my favorite dish

A new morning comes

colorful sun rise

the river is calm

grateful to be alive