The Convergence
February 27, 2020
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We ascend to primeval forest
passing though four ecological zones,
traversing through many different microclimates
on our journey to paradise.
Cloud forest of El Cielo,
only twelve square miles total,
composed of nature’s mysterious union
of life 3,000 feet high.
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Old Growth Forest
February 27, 2020
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Old growth forests feel mysterious,
holding wisdom from the past.
Northern trees and Southern trees
meet in this special biosphere.
Sugar maples and huge oaks,
sweet gum and hickory
spread roots over forest floor.
Cloud forest’s diversity, God’s blessing.
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The Tayra, A Giant Weasel
February 27, 2020
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The tayra, an efficient hunter
moves swiftly through dark forest.
It investigates every scent discovered
in search of ultimate prey.
Tayra, the giant weasel, killer
seems to have insatiable appetite,
as it moves through forest
prepared to devour all prey.
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The Eastern Overlook
February 27, 2020
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View from Eastern overlook, gorgeous.
Cloud forest canopy frames view
of fertile valley far below.
From checker board of land,
man carves out an existence.
Cloud forest’s torrential rain falls,
seeping through porous, fractured limestone,
feeding valley at mountain’s base.
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View From The Escarpment
February 27, 2020
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Thousands of dragonflies soar by
in search of cloud forest
prey, instinctively dodging for cover.
Tropical butterflies dart through canopy.
Drone of tarantula wasp heard
as orange wings buzz overhead.
Bumble bees search out nectar
amongst iridescent, pungent flower clusters.
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© Kirk Clark