Summer's Gifts
The gifts of summer are many
Though few recognize the graces
Which abound during these days so few.
Days that are as hot as the color of the bright orange lily
So bright and beautiful
Demand that we pause.
Rest we must or wilt like a flower
In drought.
Summer gives us cause to rest.
Nights as cool as the dense green fern
Renew our body, spirit and mind
With rest so welcome.
So each morn we hit the hot pavement
Busy with work, travel and play
No thought of the toll of the sun.
Exhausted we revive
Under the starry, starry sky
Another summer day to receive.
Published by Mary Martin
Non-profit management, volunteer leadership and education have been primary in Mary's professional life. She taught art classes to both children and adults at DOD MWR, DOD Schools, Merced Junior College, Thr... View profile
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4 Comments
Post a CommentI often think of summer as orange. That's what drew me to this poem. Great imagery!
Lovely.
Mary this is delightful, I adore your poetry it is so beautifully real, comparing the heat with the orange lily and the cool of night with the fern, just masterfully done, great poem, thank you!
Simply beautiful!