I lie here-restless
Reflecting and Collecting,
Late into the night

The constant chatter,
Patter patter, is beating
At my ears, calming

Climbing is calling,
I’m scared of falling. But push
On I must. Don’t fall…
                                                                                                                                                            
The big lake shimmers-
My dog jumps to catch the stick,                                                                                                                                                          
Water sound permeates

My friends are laughing.
Mouths wide open, spitting food                                                                                                                          All over...  at lunch