Tag Archives: eagle

Low, Near the Horizon

Posted on November 8, 2022 by William Wayne Smith

Low, near the horizon,I see a magnificent eagle.It is my steadfast sentinel.It shows me my path. From a long-gone voice,words echo in my soul.Their tones recall a pure love.Their accent lifts my heart. I am climbing the last range.I walk … Continue reading →

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An Eagle in the Woods

Posted on March 20, 2014 by William Wayne Smith

I walked the woods alone. The night began around me. Across the field was a light. Children ran to chase a rabbit. It scampered across the grass. An eagle swooped down to take it. The dropping bird fell like a … Continue reading →

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Sunset

Posted on August 27, 2013 by William Wayne Smith

Sunset is coming soon. Calling birds fly home to nest. The brilliant clouds will fade soon— a somber night begins again. Quiet fills the air around me. The world is growing cold. Night lasts long in this season. A new … Continue reading →

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During a Journey

Posted on April 4, 2013 by William Wayne Smith

During a journey through the mountains I saw peaks that were robed in snow. The lake below the glacier was cold. I looked across its mirrored surface. I saw a powerful eagle hunting for fish. I watched it fly low … Continue reading →

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