Up in the air

Though invincible
even nature stays grounded;
mere mortals, we can’t.

Comes to us all

One Tree Hill, Auckland, New Zealand

Reaching all over,
wrapping arms around the throat—
time overtakes life.

Curvy

Entrance to One Tree Hill, a volcanic peak in Auckland, New Zealand

A twist in the path,
leads the way, out of the way,
to serenity.

Shooting star

From Mount Eden volcano, Auckland, New Zealand

Slashing through dark clouds,
as an alien spaceship,
emblazons earth, sun.

Chosen path

One Tree Hill, Auckland, New Zealand

Every heave matters;
no chariots to heaven—
backpacker pathway.