BAMBOO SWING

1972 ~ A southern summer weekend
at a borrowed lake house.
I watch my tiny precious sons
explore rocks, bugs and
a weathered wooden dock.
We splash in the cool water,
see sailboats floating in the distance
and star-like sparkles on the lake.
Shag carpet under a bamboo chair swing
suspended from a beam in the cabin’s ceiling.
Delightful laughter as two little brothers
move back and forth,
like the pendulum of a clock.

2006 ~ Endless days
at a cabin on the water.
Hernando Beach, British Columbia.
One of the brothers, his wife and daughters
join friends for boating, hiking
and exploring the beach’s many treasures.
Bald Eagles appear along with Seals,
Deer and Hummingbirds.
Each day brings wonderful,
rich experiences.
An old bamboo chair swing,
mended with duct tape
hangs from the cabin’s ceiling.
Delightful laughter from two little sisters,
unaware of time’s passing
and the repetition of history.