Intriguing connection, placing a path being walked, next to this particular plant. Even the "...spiraling halls of karma," can be seen in the spikes and upliftedness of this species. (I've seen the fields of them around Edwards AFB, California - Tehachapi, CA.) I'm especially appreciative of your phrase "As they tire along the way," as all yin gives way to yang and back and forth, creating the momentum and weight of change....upon us mortals. Fascinating read here, Dan. ~~ Diana

thank God for having something to hope for in the midst of nothing to hope for. good inspirational work, thanks for sharing.

asa

oh this is so lovely Dan! You took me there
I seen inside the darkness, feeling the heavy load
then the sweet perfume of wild flowers fresh picked
and placed in my hand made yucca basket! I dropped some
sweet berries along the way...
Are you hearing me singing?
Love's Lantern Lights The Way
Vickie

Beautiful imagery, beautiful words...
Diana...

They are originally called the Yucca tree. ;-)

I never knew what they were called...thought they were something else, thanks for clearing that up for me...e

Growing up in southern California I know the Joshua tree quite well. What an interesting symbol you have chosen. Our journey here can be beautiful with many memories. Some we can cast away that are not so fond and others we can hold in "reverence"

Lovely write Dan thank you

Lily

wow....this one is soooo expressive and moving...well done.
fee

Very interesting....very beautiful......Thanks

I get a visual of you, the Joshua tree, with it's crooked trunk and branches, waiting for the female Pronuba moth coming to your blossoms in order to promote the continuation (the horizon) of your species. Even if my interpretation is incorrect, this is a lovely piece!! Thank you.

Jane