-- A Sense of Wonder --

By John Herlihy

A sense of wonder,

A feeling blessed.

Nature’s rich plunder,

Truth and beauty dressed.

A sense of wonder,

Innocence sublime.

In the heavens, thunder,

Wind in whispering pine.

A sense of wonder,

Shooting stars at night.

In doubt, we ponder,

Where such mysteries alight.

A sense of wonder,

Fireflies brighten the night.

All fear cast asunder,

At this magical sight.

A sense of wonder,

Butterflies on painted wings.

Inspiring us to further wonder,

As the heart sweetly sings.

A sense of wonder,

In the heart of a doe.

Under the moon to wander,

Timidly bathing in moonglow.

A sense of wonder,

In every heart human.

Awakening from slumber,

With unique acumen.

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Copyright © John Herlihy

Friday 19 May 2023