Poem for April 24, 2020

The Nature of Nature The rhythm of the earth invites the dancingOf bird, of tree, of flower, bug, and beast.Their joyous hues of petals, coats, and feathers,Bring to the eye a colored, visual feast. The rhythm of the earth invites the singingOf voices, cries, and whistles, myriad and sweet.The intricate, melodious jingles and refrainsInvoke the …

Poem for April 10, 2020

The Tree that Shaded Me I did not plant the tree that shaded me.It was one of many that I sought.When another boy hit or berated me,It would shelter and would judge me not. I did not tend the tree that shaded me.It arrived with the house I bought.Alas, the shading ended suddenly,When storms within …