Tuesday, April 22, 2025

I never planted you

I never planted you but you keep coming back in Spring to brighten my day.
I didn't have to ask the woodpecker to alight on the suet feeder and stare at me so intently
Or even wonder whether my brother would help me fix the dishwasher,
Because he always does
My husband cooks for me without me asking, and our dog wags her tail so hard when we
Walk out the door for our walk that I have to smile regardless of my mood.
I didn't ask for this life, but I arrived in this world and she has taught me to love
The flowers which arrive unbidden, the generosity of strangers, birdsong on a Spring morning

 

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