Lotus Awakening

How humble is this awakening blossom

Its dazzling brilliance

A struggle from mud

To germination

To seed

To water

To reaching up high with its stems

Finding purchase atop Aqua Bliss

And sprouting its wings of demure grace

Why such deep rooting in mud

Why such a chosen domicile?

Opting to sprout into exalted blooms

With colors that imbue peace in the beholder

Lifting the spirit of the most downtrodden soul

Yes…

Short duration of bloom

But perennial in its habitat

Assures the caregiver of Nature

Morning sunrises bringing

Continued awakenings of new buds

With renewed hope that pure beauty can render sublime comfort

Heart willing