The sun hoisted itself
towards its zenith
as a Blackbird fought
the blue headed worm
I had to prepare the garden
for my ‘baby.’
Every year, at this time,
It was demanded.
The grass had to be cut!
A simple task,
For the growth was not
yet in summers flow
I set up the frame just
behind the conservatory;
where - I fancied – I could
watch my seed grow.
I pulled the netting tight;
securing with stakes.
It was warm work but
necessary for safety.
I stood admiring the work
As my young son ran
From the house shrieking;
“Springtime! Springtime!”
“Yes”, I laughed, lifting him
“It’s Springtime again”
He cheered, “Thanks daddy!”
As I threw him onto the trampoline.
Comments
Dynamaso | March 24, 2009 - 05:24
You've really been inspired by 'spring' haven't you? This one is a wonderful snapshot of fatherly joy. Thanks again, mate.
lenchenelf | March 24, 2009 - 08:09
Boing! Lovely build up to a big smile :-)atb L
threeleafshamrock | March 24, 2009 - 11:06
Thanks Lads. Summer for me is becoming a bit like Christmas - it's all about the kids; a sure sign of old age ;)
a.jay | March 24, 2009 - 11:24
a fabulous snapshot - big parental love rush!
my girls too are bouncing, great innit, spring!
ax
threeleafshamrock | March 24, 2009 - 13:40
I might even have a go myself ax...when no one is looking lol. ;)
Silver Spun Sand | March 24, 2009 - 16:47
Wonderful, wonderful, Chris:-)
I've never had a go on trampoline. Hula-hoops were all the rage in my time. I even injured myself with one of these, so goodness knows what mischief I would have done with a trampoline.
Your poem is beautiful.
Tina xx
MistakenMagic | March 24, 2009 - 17:20
'The sun hoisted itself
towards its zenith
as a Blackbird fought
the blue headed worm'
Brilliant starting imagery Chris and a lovely poem ;)
Magic xxx
threeleafshamrock | March 24, 2009 - 20:21
Thanks Tina and Magic ;)
Curse of 222 | March 25, 2009 - 22:02
a very enjoyable read. the opening stanza pulls you into a wonderful snapshot. the ending is cute.
good job!
jason
threeleafshamrock | March 26, 2009 - 13:08
Thanks Tina, Magic and Jason. Tried it myself and nearly went through the hedge ;)