The River Is Up

The thaw has begun and with the rain we've 

had the river is at flood stage.

The walk to the river.

When the Ohio is up the steps to the river are gone.  This will return!

The barges seem so much closer and the ducks have free reign.  The park is under water. so the ducks even seem closer.  For what it's worth I am really glad I live here on the Ohio.

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Big Thompson River

Big Thompson River

Estes Park, CO

Two years ago this month this, what appears to be, little river flooded Estes Park and tore down the Big Thompson Canyon flooding the cities of Ft. Collins and Boulder along the way.  It took eight lives and caused billions of dollars in damage.  The canyon has a history of severe flash flooding, but I am always in awe of the canyon beauty and its river, but I am reminded that the serenity I experience now can change in a heartbeat when severe weather comes.

A gentle river

Hides a frightening secret

It's a strong torrent

Beauty in the sound

Serenity and quiet

Become a torrent

The gentle river

Make peace and understanding

Give respect due it

~~~^j^~~
Thanks be to God

Cathy

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