Forewarned

Roads’ perpendicular intersection displays geometric precision on land so level, so austere, that the horizon scribes a perfect circle. Under the skinny rhythm of power poles, the saffron CAUTION sign posted on a gunmetal utility box is directed to diggers, and not to drivers.

The admonishment didn’t help: a bone-colored cross, a wreath with vermilion flowers, a pair of praying hands glow like burnished pewter in feverish midday light.

US 62/82 and FM 2236
Lubbock County, Texas