Waiting For The Moon
Outline
A group stand waiting for the moon to pass in front of the sun that will soon turn dark.
Time
Moments Before A Solar Eclipse
Place
A Narrow Band On Earth
Duration
Five Minutes
Essence
Expectation
Atmosphere
Awe
. . .
We are many, huddled together in small groups along a strip of earth, yet all experiencing the same, rare, unlikely glimpse of nature.
There are few words between us.
We wait in wonder for our celestial neighbours to align.
I feel butterflies in my tummy.
One of the adults replies gently, and smiles.
So do I.
