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Alone walking a morning trail. Light glowing true red floats down from the sky to hover silent in the rainforest. The sight so jarring I freeze. It looks almost fake, but my body says otherwise. A knot in my stomach, goosebumps and a tingle of electricity in the air. Wind rustling giant cedars like they’re whispering to each other: the visitors are here.
They must be intelligent, are they compassionate? I could run but I’m too old to be afraid. Might as well wave hello. They land, stepping out from the craft. Little beings, grey and hairless, green eyes full of wonder. They’re telepathic, soft voices gentle as monks. We seek to discover all the marvels of creation. Would you like to come with us?
Oh, that’s unexpected. I don’t know… I suppose I’m too old to be missed. But no, I think I would miss too much my long quiet walks. There’s always something marvellous to discover in the rainforest.
Indeed there is. Very well, new friend. We say goodbye and wish you peace until we meet again.
Yes, until we meet again.
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