Cloudbirth

Today I past a group of Clouds

Bulging in late-term pregnancy.

They looked fit to burst

When - 

Their water broke.

And with Thunderous Groans,

           Lightning-

                             quick

  Contractions,

They birthed a storm.

An energy exhilarating and terrifying soaked the atmosphere,

  Until at last

The afterbirth rose up in steam,

And the Clouds gave a misty sigh,

Rustling the leaves below them.

The Storm reached out to its surroundings,

And the Land bloomed forth to embrace it.

Afternoon in Central Park

I went to NY last week for a quick visit to see some friends, and had an awesome time.  I love this city!  One afternoon was spent wandering around Central Park, where we saw fall colors, someone taking footage for google interactive maps, an acrobat showing off his muscles and skills, and lots of people lounging around and enjoying the beautiful weather.