The Countryside

A congenial setting auburn with vivid shades and hues;

Coexist, endure as the workmates prepare the row boat.

Yonder, unfriendly river edges highlight potential perils,

As they settle down to move in flow with the silent river.

Trees and shrubs, embarkments, give leeway and security.

Will the wind get its say as they drift across the waterway.

The swamp water, its weeds may slow down their progress

Hopefully, heavens and earth; shall frown on their success.

In silence as the paddle’s whisper and the boat lugs, leans; 

ripples clash against the hull, riders sway, the boat responds.

The artist with his fluid stroke re-creates realism from life. 

Future generations may value the relics as rare masterpieces