Desert Creek Morning
after Alan Seeger
The sun rises over the mesa slowly illuminating the arroyo where a small creek runs quietly its gentle voice a soothing sound in the stillness of the desert morning
The sagebrush stands like sentinels guarding the secrets of the land their silvery leaves rustling softly in the breeze that stirs the air
The creek’s quiet flow is a balm to the soul that wanders here seeking solace in the vastness of the desert’s empty space
I took the formal signature and emphasis on natural landscapes from Alan Seeger, incorporating elements like the mesa, arroyo, and sagebrush to create a sense of place and solitude. I aimed to capture the quiet, contemplative atmosphere of his poetry in a new and original work.