Fiery rays dance across the deep cold waters,
 As the sun dips behind the towers beyond the horizon.
A V-formation glides slowly down to the choppy surface,
 Breaking at the last minute to a gentle landing.
Honkers and gulls competing for common waters,
 The geese settle into a relaxing gathering under the setting sun.

Image © Mark A Phillips
Verse © Mark A Phillips
Sunset on Lake Ontario with a flock of geese at rest on the water in Olcott, New York.