7.
And Fall was a breath
of radiant grass, sunsets
and water so clear
we couldn't tell up from down.

8.
Though in as much time from now
none of this will be remembered.
The girls are well. The tree and deck
dazzle with light strung as best I can.

9.
Sometimes I think I hear the beast.
You say, It's only the dog running
across the dam because she likes you.
I open the door, you're right, I pet her.

10.
The thousand years turning! And we
are at the still point. Night in the lake.
Lake of stars in the deep, dark sky.
Everything around us is filled with light.