Moon Over Lake Almanor
The silver moon is shining
upon Lake Almanor.
I watch it slowly rise
from a hidden spot near shore.
A huge golden sphere
climbs above a hill.
A silver path appears, across the lake so still.
The moon further ascends
and illuminates the sky,
silhouetting firs and pines
and even deer so shy.
Beauty, peace, serenity
fill my soul tonight.
Cares and worries float away
in the shimmering moonlight.
by Barbara Paape
