It began
With buttermilk cakes
That I made with milk

I made some for my sister too

Shredded chicken
And a creamy broth
Had been combined
To form a chicken soup
That I had after

Some trail mix
And Craisins
A pear too

I ate these
Right around 2

I walked up the trail
Just a short way
I didn't need to go
Any further

Craftsman homes
At the end
Of the valley
On the edge
Of an earthly ledge

Mountains in the distance
Two hawks glide
And ride upon the wind

A man does work
On a roof of a house
In the valley

I breathe in the valley
And breathe out

Let the mind become still

The bark of the dogs
Can be heard from
A long way away

Some hikers stop
Already winded

A woman says
"First water, 1.5 miles"
Reading the sign
"If there is not any water
I'm going to cry"

Looking forward to the water
She must have been
There probably was none

Step by step
I just wanted her
To enjoy the trail
Enjoy the journey

If there is water
There is water
If it is dry
It is dry

I squint my eyes
Greens and browns
Silvers from buildings
Like tiny jewels

I make my way down
The short bit of trail
Stones compose
The beautiful home

Sunlight can be seen
Through the bamboo stalks

Some chicken salad
Carrot soup
Popcorn and a yogurt

Sometimes I eat a bit too much
I suppose now I will watch Star Trek