by Loretta Huerta
Sixty four years between us.
You, an Earth Day baby, and
a rare water tiger at that.
I leave you my inheritance.
Open llanos that I once
roamed until the NM sunset
painted the sky in reverse,
ending with a fiery red.
Sandia Mountains, they beckon
us. Shall we climb?
Today, we’ll go up only a bit
of the way.
In years to come, you will go
further up. Maybe to the top.
Together we cherish and care
for the beauty around us.
Guard your inheritance, perfect.
Treasure it for your grandchildren.
Loretta Huerta is Hispanic and frequently writes in both English and Spanish because it makes sense for her as a writer. She has been with the Writing to Thrive group in Albuquerque for 18 years. It is a strong writing collaborative that makes thriving in the world easier because the group provides a nurturing and accepting atmosphere.