A Fisherman

“A Fisherman”

…Wakes before the day.
…Waits all day long.
…Hopes for a nibble.
…Is patient ‘til it’s time.
…Reels in his line.
…Hooks the “BIG ONE.”
…Brags about his catch.
…Restocks his bait.
…Goes out to fish again.
…Always wants to be fishing.
…Has captured my heart.

Megan Delia Ratcliff

31 May 1998