At first, the sky is a brilliant gold
its blazing light shines
casting a splendid reflection
on the somber lake

Time passes and the gold melts
into an array of colors
a masterpiece of pinks, oranges
purples, blues, and reds

The last resplendent ray of sunlight
slips over the horizon
and the night takes its place
thousands of dazzling stars adorn the sky
beautifying the universe at dusk

No sound can be heard
but the ripple of water
the rustle of a light breeze
and the breaths of awe
for in that moment
the vast forest was pure
and untouched tranquility