Downstream

Paddling downstream,
  inside a canoe.
Blue spruce, hemlocks,
  evergreens border each bank.

Grand eagle flies above,
  thankful for its solitude.
Just out to enjoy,
the inspiring view.

Stream is calm,
  as butterflies play.
Fish swim,
  and an old fisherman waves.

Sun shimmers,
  this afternoon.
Water silvery reflections,
  peaceful and true.

Pray to the Lord,
  for granting this passage in time.
As my canoe paddles,
  downstream for awhile.

by ken snyder