In the realm of nature,
there are oft unseen layers
of fibers, facets, integral components.
Autumn's colorful leaves trace down
to veins and stems and their individual cells.
Bird plumage that flashes brilliant colors
relies upon the single strands of each feather,
as pigments pick up cues from the sunlight.
A shiny fish may have small or large scales
which function as mirrors of any available light.
And the gossamer of dragonflies
reduces to small cells in a stretch of sheer wings.
How wonderful the details and cunning handiwork
of the Master Designer
September 2015
I am grateful for eyes to see, and for all that is lovely in the natural world which surrounds me.
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