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Dragonfly Afloat on the Lake

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Dragonfly Afloat on the Lake

A dragonfly afloat on the lake
Flaps its wings to keep from drowning.
With its life in the balance, it senses hope
And boards the paddle I nudge into place.
Slowly, I draw the oar out of the water
And watch the dragonfly bask in the sun.

Now recuperated with dried wings,
The insect alights on the boat’s gunnel.
I contemplate the situation, seeking a higher meaning,
Wondering if it understands fate or destiny
And canoe towards the shore for its safety.
Or is it just an instinctive reaction?
That brought us together in this crisis
As it flies away, leaving me with a memory.

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Karen Jones

Date: 9/24/2023 12:03:00 AM

Thou shall not kill is in the 10 commandments. It is also one of the 5 Buddhist precepts as well as doing no harm. Surely you will have great karma for your kindness.

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 9/24/2023 9:31:00 AM

Thank you for commenting and expressing your view and perspective.

Dawne Zacharias

Date: 5/13/2019 4:10:00 PM

Another very intriguing poem, I love how it tells a story, it is written clearly with no hidden roads, its pure word beautifully written. Dawne Zacharias. PS Love your pictures with the poems adds so much depth.

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 5/15/2019 12:01:00 PM

Gracious remarks, thank you very much.

Louise Kwalton

Date: 5/13/2019 7:46:00 AM

I found this deeply touching, making me wishi had no phobias with regard to insects.I hope you realize that that is the greatest compliment I can give you!

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 5/15/2019 12:02:00 PM

And I thank you for your compliment.

Lisle Ryder

Date: 5/13/2019 5:24:00 AM

You capture an important of creature relations.

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 5/15/2019 12:04:00 PM

Your insight is appreciated.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/20/2018 11:04:00 PM

This poem shows your compassionate heart Dennis. I do believe animals or insects can appreciate being saved. I have used my bracelet to save a bee in a swimming pool once and to my horror someone came out of the gym doors and stepped right on it. Your Dragonfly faired much better! : (

Dennis Spilchuk
Date: 7/7/2018 9:45:00 AM

Thank you for sharing and thank you for your comment.