Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Plum blossoms

The plum tree in my backyard

this morning.

the earth says, "good morning!"
I want to show you something!
look at how the sun illuminates
small white plum blossoms
and notice the presence
of magnolia flowers –
strong and delicate

can you see them?
does spring make you feel better?

I want to show you
all that is growing this morning
and I want this gentle air
to touch your skin and offer rest

take off your socks
take off your watch
take off your backpack filled with doubt

it's morning!"

– February 6, 2011 (Berkeley, CA) 8:45 am

1 comment:

jenanne said...

blossoming cherries & plums!! you are a lucky one. & lovely words, too.