Arching Trees Seducing…
(Inspired by Michelle Underwood’s painting…)
Long sinuous limbs of wintering trees seem to persuade
One along a pathway, a clearing towards a misting
Distance in an arboreal ballet, moved by an invisible
Breeze which shifts and whispers at its latest intrusion.
Inquisitive eyes strain to see beyond the archway’s arcade,
Past a myriad of browns and insipid greens and saplings listing.
And the senses intensify, acutely aware of the improbable
Horror of a spectral presence, or the allure of a spiritual illusion…
Yet the insecurity of being watched by mammal or wraith,
Still draws the soul forth with irresistibly blind faith…
Pete Ray…
16th January 2026…
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