Rush Hour Respite

Stagnant air fogs my sunglasses

and sticks to my skin

determined to exercise

I pace my steps

in sync with the upbeat tunes of my generation

preoccupied

like many of the drivers heading to work

lost in thought and barely noticing the view

until

his snow-white feathers

reveal his presence at the pond

his reflection beckons me,

“Come.”

Nestled among the green cypress leaves

a familiar egret greets me…

His name is Peace.

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Author: debbieburton.blog

Debbie Burton is a children's author and award winning poet. Her books, "Buddy the Beagle on Blueberry Street," "Return to Blueberry Street," and "Truckload of Trouble." (Elk Lake) are available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

2 thoughts on “Rush Hour Respite”

    1. This one shows up at the pond outside of our apartment every day. I consider him a friend. I’ve read a few things about Great White Egrets…. They are considered to be a sign of peace, grace, and good fortune! Best to you, Ann.

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