Solstice Sequence

Like a celestial locomotive, the rising sun
Careens along the eastern horizon,
Drawing up at the far northern terminal.
Here, shedding sparks and breathing fire,
It stands, surrounded by dark clouds of smoke.


Summer's here! 
All aboard for the return trip south--
Passing through Autumn
And straight on to Winter at the other end.
Have your tickets ready,  please ...


Full disclosure: the sequence below was taken yesterday morning around 6:30 -- almost solstice. If I get a good sunrise this morning...