Hello, blog friends ~
In my part of the world, surrounded by the Prescott National Forest and elevations stretching upwards of 7,000 ft., wildlife are abundant. Almost every day, I see pronghorn. At certain times of the year, I encounter javelina, but more commonly, I see coyotes and rabbits--and many varieties of birds.
Recently, I was surprised by a mountain lion. It was early morning, and I was driving into Prescott. This magnificent cat leapt in front of the car as she headed into the mountains. It was love at first sight. ❤️ She glanced at me, and I at her, and to this day, I see her beautiful face.
Since today is Tanka Tuesday, I've chosen to use the above encounter as the inspiration for my poem. Colleen Chesebro invites participants to use metaphors to stir the reader's senses. I've given it a try through my simple tanka.
I wish I could say that I took the photo, but all the glory goes to Canva. I didn't have time to dig out my phone and snap a shot or two. The visit was, unfortunately, much too brief.
In my part of the world, surrounded by the Prescott National Forest and elevations stretching upwards of 7,000 ft., wildlife are abundant. Almost every day, I see pronghorn. At certain times of the year, I encounter javelina, but more commonly, I see coyotes and rabbits--and many varieties of birds.
Recently, I was surprised by a mountain lion. It was early morning, and I was driving into Prescott. This magnificent cat leapt in front of the car as she headed into the mountains. It was love at first sight. ❤️ She glanced at me, and I at her, and to this day, I see her beautiful face.
Since today is Tanka Tuesday, I've chosen to use the above encounter as the inspiration for my poem. Colleen Chesebro invites participants to use metaphors to stir the reader's senses. I've given it a try through my simple tanka.
I wish I could say that I took the photo, but all the glory goes to Canva. I didn't have time to dig out my phone and snap a shot or two. The visit was, unfortunately, much too brief.
Love At First Sight
I hope you have a wonderful week, and if you've encountered a mountain lion, please share. This was my first and only sighting.
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