Marine
by stele Saturday, Feb 13 2010, 5:00pm
international / poetry / post

We sometimes forget the magic, beauty and sheer power at our disposal in times of crisis and need.

Few animals challenge nature’s forces directly and survive,
yet turning against the current and overcoming
is precisely the mode
Salmon have mysteriously chosen to prosper.

We can only wonder at the power and explosive strength
contained in their sleek bodies,
as they swim up river rapids and waterfalls to
spawn in high mountain lakes;
an awe-inspiring journey.

The sheer power of the species staggers belief.

Each animal, laden with sperm/eggs (continuity)
is compelled to make the journey or die in the attempt.

After years swimming freely in open oceans
the fish respond to the call and begin their final run
back to the place of their origin to procreate
thus completing a full miraculous cycle of Life
that few other creatures could even imagine.

Patiently waiting
for the precise moment ...
who could comprehend the awesome,
gyrating power and single minded drive/purpose
secretly locked away in one of nature’s
humble species;
truly astounding?