Praise point sources of water—
God’s liquid gift to the earth.
Beginning at high elevation, exuding from the moss-covered earth.
Liquor, clean and clear, cold to the touch, nourishing to the soul.
Imagine the rivulets of water, making their way in capillary-like formations, aspen and live-oak guiding water’s descent.
Sacrament to the Great Salt Lake.

Note from the poet: My heart warms as I recall summer evening hikes with my family, exploring the Bonneville Shore Trail. Frequently pausing to appreciate the day’s last light, illuminating the placid surface of the Great Salt Lake, crafting shadows from Antelope, Stansbury, and Carrington islands.