THE COUGAR'S EYES


I took the soil in my hand
It felt cool in my fingers
Many have walked here deer and man
The Mountains
Snow capped
I climb
Stare into the Cougar's eyes
I see the reflection of the prey
I make myself large
He looks into my eyes
Does he see the fear
The desire for tomorrow
Or at that moment am I only a threat
To be dealt with
My heart beats fast
Sweat forms on my head
I yell
My voice cracks
He turns to leave
I sigh
Then he looks back
I jump could this be the time of my death
He runs into the trees
I walk down the mountain
The beauty of nature surrounds me


Michael V Hechtman