Sunset Skiff

I was driving through Vineyard Haven
on the way to our annual Art Night dinner
and I could tell by the slowing of the oncoming traffic
that there was some kind of light show
happening in my rear view mirror.

So I ducked into the boat launch lot
overlooking the Lagoon
and turned back into the light.

It was October
and…when the island slows way down
and the air is crisp
the wind has only a few stalwart vessels to buffet.

We often plan our art gatherings
so we can share a sunset before getting down to the feast
and the lively conversations about all things art.

On this night
I knew they would understand
if I was delayed in the hopes of capturing the details
having been in exactly the right place to observe this tapestry of color
reflected on two of my favorite muses.

Turns out we all had the same idea
on our separate island roads
with different mediums in mind
and came together
as always
fired up with that creative zeal
which fuels our souls.

Stopping everything for a sunset…
what it means to be an artist.