Held Here By Silence Osprey that the storm forever changed

that the storm forever changed everything

As she soared above the pristine landscapes

the Egrets continued their gatherings

"Where darkness is infinite

and the symphony of nature's melodies

Held Here By Silence Osprey that the storm forever changedPhotograph 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