In a garden not so far away
A couple sat and talked about many things
She shared her dreams he shared his stories
Enjoying each other’s company
What could have been or what may yet be,
Answers they’re not privy to see
They may not see, they cannot wait
Only live to fight another day
A smile to say all will be alright
A nod full of acknowledgement
Words unspoken but understood
They sit and reflect and contemplate
A moment of pause from reality
Agreeing to visit the place again
They part ways with truest warm embrace
Another time to meet again
Till next time to repeat again
To what end? Tis yet unknown
This much is true, they can so meet
To sit, sort, think and silently communicate
Together in a garden of serenity
***We all have a place we go. Inside our heads, within our dreams. Whatever garden you find yourself in, it’s your place to sit and feel.
I haven’t written in quite a while. This is my first attempt to gut it out since last year. This is one of a few poems I hope to share here in the coming days. There’s a lot inside my head. Writing it down proves cathartic.
Maybe it’ll all disappear someday. Who knows, maybe I’ll publish a collection in a book someday. Till then I’ll find my garden where I sit and ponder, a safe place to lose myself.
© Alan Zaugg 2021
