Reflection

Expectations of what was to be seen reflecting off of the smooth surface of the water trough was not to be. Clear blue-green water filled to the brim clearly showed an aged face of a man mystified by a personal image. Hints of specific features were reminiscent of Father's the family's inherited nose dad's black eyes in furrowed brows and even Mother's hidden silent humour. Where had the years gone? Bits of recalled memories drift in and out of the mind's eye though not in chronicle order. Dates and years as mixed up as the faces of people at various stages of life. Faces were familiar though names were difficult to recall. Dates years and ages were non existent. The stories were most prevalent most vivid with minute details and background facts connected to others and their stories. Farm animals; their personalities and stories also intermingled in time frames of Ed's life maybe more affectionate than family and close friends. Animals are funny serious and emotional.