sparkled...

...landing

they came in a flourish... in the sunny sunlight... massive amounts of geese honking to one another - giving directions to the lake... their final destination. however, in their delight and anticipation - they forgot to convey one minor detail - - the water was still frozen. so as they made circles in the sky - hovering and preparing for landing... some came in too fast - doing the slip sliding dance across the glistening sparkle of frozen tundra... honking their distaste and distress - while i uttered reassurances on the shore...

others have learned by experience - like this one... the ice wasn't a bother at all... he cruised through the air - honking his descent... beware anyone who was in the way. and then ever so gracefully - wings outstretched - i was witness to a perfect landing - almost straight up on webbed feet... amazing to watch - no tripping to be had - no sliding from this master. sheer awe. it was...

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happy day.....