Fast-motion capture 
of a flower’s petals 
unfolding. 
Slow-motion film 
of a wave 
cresting. 
The moment a smile 
becomes a smile 
and the eyes catch up 
to the mouth and cheeks. 
Watching a match ignite 
and cupping the flame 
to protect it. 
Every moment and mile 
traveled at once.

Dustin Duby-Koffman is the author of two chapbooks: Eating Broccoli on the Moon and Dedicated to the Seekers. He also wrote the lyrics for Be Your Own Fan Club, an album for children and families.