The Gardener

The gardener has beautiful hands

and a ruby heart

Hands that smell of the earth and rocks

and weeds

Her eyes are gentle and soft

If you are fortunate enough to be planted in her Garden

Stay awhile

and Grow

She'll be sure to pick off your dead leaves

and water you every evening

If you are very fortunate

you'll even get to see her dancing

under the stars

in the Moonlight.

NARAYAN