Held Here By Silence Osprey Each beat of its weary

Each beat of its weary wings bears the weight of the past

could enhance the Blue Jay’s resilience and vitality

keeping watch

It finds a reflection of its own restless mind

amidst the rocky outcrops

Held Here By Silence Osprey Each beat of its wearyPhotograph by Robert David Atkinson Held Here By Silence The Great Blue Heron waited at the edge of the marsh. Around her, the marsh had fallen into a deep silence. As small fish turned beneath the surface of the water, the Heron did not move; Silence gathered there and wrapped itself around her. She did not stand within that silenceshe was held by it. The quiet kept her still, neck drawn in, her eyes fixed on the darkness before her. RDA View