A River Reflection

The river peacefully saunters on its way. The air is dry and pleasant.

The temperature goes unnoticed. There are no highs or lows, only a middle ground of comfort.

I wonder what secrets the river has washed away or hidden in its depths.

On slow days the sky can see its reflection. And the river calmly hides behind this mask.

Don’t be deceived for the river has plenty of fury it can build upon.

In its fury it has no patience for sky reflections.

Most days it will let the wind caress it, and gentle lines give evidence of the wind’s direction.

Humans gravitate towards the river for it can provide food and a pathway to adventure.

The river is both a giver and a taker.

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Katherine J Krein

My name is Katherine J. Krein. I lost my father in June of 2013, and then I lost my mother in November of the same year. After they both died I went through a mind-warping number obsession that has taken me years to control. This is my story. It is now 2025. I still use this site to post some poems and thoughts. My obsession has faded, however, I still notice the numbers. Faith, hope, and love is what guides me now.

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