I was sure I had visited Sunwapta Falls before, but, when we got there, it realized otherwise. Sunwapta River flows from Athabasca Glacier and the falls plunge over a hanging valley left by receding glaciers about 8000 years ago.
The path down to the overview above the falls is unique with the tree roots playing an integral role in the stairway. I got closer to the edge than I usually do. Initially, I was going to post a number of pictures, but changed my mind when I looked at this picture taken on my camera by Kathy.
Gnarled it wends
Nature’s stairway
Reveals beauty
Safely, I gain confidence.
I find a way
Previously impossible
Life now fuller, richer
Nature and creation await.
A ray shines down
Lights the path
Shines on each step
Of this ‘highway to heaven.’
I love how our experiences weave seamlessly into our art – lovely thoughts on a thought-provoking place!
I especially like your poem combined with these photos, Ivon. Well done!
Russ
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There is a parable in these roots, so near to the surface, as steps, helping to navigate the hill.