DAILY PHOTO: Log-Loving Creatures of Mysore Zoo
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snake wrestles fish
onto rocky home turf, &
blends with sun-warmed stones.

a snake crawls
down out of a tree…
i have questions.
I walked along a well-worn trail with no intent but rest. I wished to be soothed by the trees, but found myself distressed. For in my path rested a snake, known as the copperhead -- a breed that has inspired wonder and no uncertain dread. I gave the snake full attention, and then gave it wide berth, but it must have been far too wide for I walked right off the earth.