Poetry – Page 2 – The Trials and Tribulations of an Urban Farmer

Resilience

Avocado pit swaddled and tucked away.Weeks later sending forth roots.Too small to sustain your stem, I wait.I am too long in remembering,And tender shoots turn brown.I reproach myself for this…

Bridal Spirea

23 May 202123 May 2021

White bridal wreath in family of roses.Sun drenched, thriving despite drought.Form and white flowers hidden from past notice.Now we gaze upon you as brides hide,And spring wedding venues quietly abide.Pure…

Pink Blossoms

We live through red, orange and gray.Finally turning off numbers on blue screens.Open the door and breathe in green.Through a day tinged in blue and yellow, Rose emerges, the colour…

Forsythia Lockdown

Reflection of golden petals, Blurred by dusty lockdown window.Yellow of anticipation,Bloom before green leaves appear.Vibrant colour crash against the brick wall.Path belonging to no one, but common to all. V.…

Daffodils Bloom

11 Apr 202111 Apr 2021

Trumpet-like blooms emerge.Harbingers of spring overcoming obstacles of cold winter.Sun-like symbols of creativity and strength,They inspire, pause for remembrance, and urge forgiveness.Yellow is the sign of caution too.Foraging squirrels leave…

Shy Lilies

21 Feb 202121 Feb 2021

Red roses of passion bloom in the Valentine bouquet.Crimson carnations assert continuing devotion.Abundant chrysanthemums provide a pure backdrop for floral passion,While shy lilies still sleep in pale green cocoons. Red…

Soft Cover of Snow

27 Dec 202027 Dec 2020

The past nine months have felt like a marathon. A quick pivot to online work and uncertain times have also meant many months of separation and fatigue. As the garden…

Rain Today

13 Dec 202013 Dec 2020

During the storm, rain distorts reflections. It can muddy both puddle and pond. It may make us cold, wet and uncomfortable. While it continues to rain, I hope for better…

Inspirations…

The Night Craves Light

6 Dec 202013 Dec 2020

There are more holiday lights in my area this year. I encouraged my own family to dust off the lights in the garage that didn't make it up last season.…