Against both tide and current
Headway slow and steady
Though the river hurries by
Headway slow and steady
Though the river hurries by
While a mystery
Perfectly perceived
Remains a mystery
The cormorant dives deep
But must wait for its feathers to dry
Before it can fly again
India
They wait
Reminded of the virtues:
Steadfast focus
Attention to detail
And a good tripod
In this precious slice
Of time allotted
I record her beauty
With all my skill