April 2, 2012 - Small Stone

Within soft blue cotton, warm gold and black at my feet, I sip hot black, 

surrounded by brilliant Cardinal, Bluejays, Finch, and Crow 

singing home the day. 

Take Notice

My yard is not luscious green, rather rich red clay

Sprouting milkweed and dandelions, smiling at the freedom

I relish the rustic wilderness that welcomes crow and squirrel

Hummingbirds flutter with cardinals and giant bumble-bees

Buzz in the warmth, drunk on Bleeding Hearts

Wild Mountain Dogwoods bloom beside budding Blackberries

Cocks crow next door while chicks chirp in the office

Inspired by distant friends to halt the busyness and take notice