Miracle Of The Desert

now that winter is history,

the underground river, flowing

through caverns and cisterns,

rarely surfacing

as trickles and pools

becomes visible.

towering cottonwoods,

wooden cathedrals, changing

from barren to green,

give away the secret location

of this magical waterway,

verdant symbol

of natures rebirth, meandering

through desiccated grassland.

serpentine sanctuary,

playground for jokester coyote,

divine dove, hovering hummingbird,

jovial javelina and quavering quail.

what is essential is invisible to the eye.

Stafford challenge day 68/365.

Last line borrowed from Antoine de St-Exupary.

Desert Dweller-thoughts on life, death and gardening.