Morning Light at Kohler-Andrae State Park

 Morning Light at Kohler-Andrae State Park

A glow, not yet formed, grows over the Great Lake horizon.

Slowly, slowly, the light takes shape, as a bright orange ball rises over distant waves.

And lake water catches fire with the sun’s heightening gyre.

The flame pours o’er the forested shore.

Gradually it climbs to the crowns of the pines, while, below, grasses shine like gems in the dew.

And, on the lake, the water reflects sky-blue, a perfect morning for a walk in the dunes.

The white pines sough a fond adieu.