Because it is May, and the sun
Yawns over the mountain —
The birds turn into accountants —
Grass dews under the Day
Because it is Thine, and the trees
Grow next to the hedges —
The way connects to the edges
Of sky — And life is mine
Because it is Spring, and the air
Dawns out of the canyon —
The east reviews golden banners —
Nature’s prayer bids us sing.
7 May 2009, Provo, Utah
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Cynthia Hallen is a poet and professor living in Utah. Her full bio is available here.
*Competition entry*
Wilderness Interface Zone 