The poem is beautiful. Photo made the words come alive. I saw diamond backs at a distance in the Texas desert. I believe best to leave them alone. They want no part of man. Man need to leave them in peace. I like the description and the ending. Diamond backs snakes are one of natures wonders. A outstanding poem.
Coyote
:) :) :) :) the mirth bubbles up from my belly into my throat, like a hot air balloon that is trying to escape and fly free, and my mind tries to hold it down while it comprehends ALL of the concept, like a balloon under water that keeps slipping out from under my hand to escape to the surface, and before I can grasp the full gist of your eloquent meaning the laugh is in my throat now and hits my lips...turning up into a full cheshire smile as my chuckle sets off sound waves in the air and I sigh...aahhh Selene... :~)
Now, the poem: now here I am chuckling again!!! superbly done lady