River View

Across the street from my home is a tranquil river. If you stand at the end of my driveway, lean left 90 degrees and look between two trees, you can see it. Sort of a river view, I guess!


In the mornings I love to walk with our dog, Tucker, stealing away to the river before the house rises. Canadian geese reside all along the river’s shore. In fall, you can watch local high school crew teams steadily race the length of the river out to the bay. In summer, my children snapper fish and catch crabs.

In winter, it is a solitary place. I love looking at the boats and their nonactivity. In their berths, they await the sailing party to begin.

The river is still, except for these two swans that crisscross each other’s paths as they swim towards me.

Is it my imagination or do you see a heart shape in their wake?

How appropriate for Valentine's Day! They must know true love! Enjoy the day with your loved ones! These two certainly are!