Thousands of shimmering leaves,
translucent in noonday's sun
shaded, cooled,
gave comfort
as I sat under my Tree.
Breeze rustled her boughs,
birdsong serenade,
fresh grass, marigolds, roses
sedated me as I drowsed,
drifted in my summer reverie.
Today I close my eyes, inhale,
to soak up Nature's gifts,
each breath brings waves
of childhood memories when
every summer day was so free.
June 26, 2009 Donelle Knudsen
EDWIN
Larry
Regis