Lake Louise very early.

 


Hilary’s idea

Get up to Lake Louise

Before sunrise

Before tourist clamour

And all red canoes

Dropped into water.

Making unprofessional noise.

Paddles banging on gunwale.

Kids shouting.


Only three cars in the lot.

Five thirty.

Host of hospitable

Gray jays and magpies

Up to frolic or scold

Or serenade.


We have a delightful

Sense of ownership

And contribution.

Our Lake and

Mountain and red sky

Coming out.

Unforgettable.


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