Green Vision

In dream I saw a shooting star. It scorched a purple crusted sky Between the moon and rising sun Where an ambitious wish could fly. Pale plunging tail to distant views An auspicious sombre trail. Inviting hope for seeking souls Hinting solemn quests, Yet to fail. Adjoining was a moody sea Spacious waves, so synchronised Pounamu tinged in stirring sand Tainted truths, in sophisticated lies. On land I see opposing peaks Each splitting views of common ground Defending sight from unseen flanks Staunch guardians rising to confound. Next soaring albino kereru Flying in swirling koru paths A karearea strikes one down Leaving repugnant aftermath. Suddenly the sun is blacked In silent roar Concrete jungles on the rise Foundations built on measured thought In new clothes Green emperors look surprised.