The Stone Cup

A scoop of cool air drips across the rim
encapturing a warming space within.
The stone cup of desert cappuccino
slowly spills the pink sunset overflow.
A drink as ancient as fossilized sea
containing stories carved from history.
Sip the wisdom under moon and starfall
and rise awake to songs of eagle call.
Let the rain and river broaden the cup
to build fingerholds for the journey up.

                                                                            – KALM