Today I’m in the mood for poetry so I’ve gone to my book, Friends In My Garden for a selection. Two very different characters, but both written for women who inspired me and brought joy into my life.
Butterfly is the sort of friend who pops in with chocolates and champagne when you’re feeling down. Her smile and her laughter brighten any space when she appears. I hope you have several butterflies in your friendship garden and I’d love you to share my words with them.
BUTTERFLY
There’s a butterfly
happiness yellow
in my friendship garden.
A ray of sunshine
spreading warmth whenever she appears
always bubbling full of fun and laughter
that bounces
grows.
I love her sparkle
her cheek
her zing.
When friends are down
in she whirls
a glow of yellow
to brighten our hearts.
Magnolia was written for the sort of woman who rises to the top in her field. She’s a leader who others want to follow. Please send this to the Magnolias in your friendship garden.
MAGNOLIA
Magnolia has an air of grandeur.
She’s courageous
and tenacious
with a heart as soft as moss.
Occasional bouts of jealousy
are sparked by lesser plants
weeds that endeavour to starve
or choke this lovely tree.
In stately manner
she disdains their poisonous pettiness.
Others are inspired by her,
the elegant stance
the leaves
rich and glossy
the brilliance of her flowers
creamy white
and luscious.
I think she’s quite magnificent.