In the Open

A deep sigh escapes my lips, as in the morning I empty a full bladder, leaning to the coconut palm. Nothing more pleasurable than to empty oneself Of urine and from one’s mind, yesterday’s thoughts.

I blush; a Black Drongo on the wires turns Its head to look at me; a Magpie Robin trills a song. The Kingfisher, hops down on a branch Above my head and shakes his, as if in disapproval.

High above, against the darkening sky The dragonflies swarm and circle Bracing for the long journey ahead. When do I, begin mine?