Today’s poem is inspired by a day exploring the Red Rock Canyon Conservancy outside of Las Vegas. Stacey over at #verselove suggested a Haiku sonnet composed of 4 3-line Haiku and two more lines. But of course, I couldn’t resist also turning my Haiku sonnet into a photo essay. Enjoy!

Time to Explore

Twirling and swirling

Hair soaring like sacred bird

Breath stolen by wind

Define resilience

Windswept tree emerges from rock

Strength is surviving

Scrambling. Rocks not eggs

Terrain fit for mountain goats

Will hike for ahhh, views

Rare desert water

Liquid gold, secret to life

Listen. It’s singing

Glimpses, moments, stay present

Appreciate nature’s bounty.