Deep in the Garden
The song of the blackbird brings joy to my heart
A magical spell, it casts from the start
Plaintiff and lonely, such magic it weaves
Deep in the Garden, bough, branch and leaves
A robin chirps sharply from an old apple tree
A warning to others, this is his territory
So the challenge has been issued, accepted and met
A symphony of songbirds, the duel is set
Other birds twitter and try to compete
But can only contribute,a twitter or tweet
Yet in tune and in harmony, so beautiful,so clear
A magical symphony of sound fills the air
Deep in the Garden, like a harp on the breeze
The Wind runs her fingers, through the hedges and trees
Sweet music she whispers, with a soft sigh
At the end of the Garden, a river flows by
Gurgling and giggling, gasping with glee
On her life’s journey, from source to the sea
Dancing and tumbling over pebble and stone
On her green mossy banks, insects hover and drone
Laughing in Moonlight as she skips along
Sparkling in Sunlight, she sings her secret Song
Telling her story of the sights she has seen
Of the wild lonely places, she has travelled through and been
Just sit and listen to the sounds all around
Sun on your shoulders, feet on the ground
The whispers of the trees, the wind in your hair
So let go of your worries ,the troubles and care
Just close your eyes and listen for awhile
To the stories around you and let yourself smile
And follow the trail to where you will find
That Garden for your body, your soul and your mind.
And join in this symphony, this tapestry of sound
Such peace and tranquility, a haven can be found
Away from the noise, distractions, the trivial pursuits
Deep in the Garden among bough, branch and roots.
c.Denis Murphy 09 March 2018