As I Walk Through the Desert

By Markie Encinas

I see a sunrise, so warm and inviting

So hot and dry, yet so comfortable.

Just watching, waiting, anticipating.

Looking into the day’s new sky

so full of life and wonders
with a smudge of
darkening gray shadows.

Almost like the feeling you feel
in the pit of your stomach
with the thought of an exciting night.

Can’t wait until the sun sets
but for now, I’ll enjoy the rise.