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Sky Father Relents

Sky Father is angry this spring Across the street, back and forth Brother squirrel races To fallen friends, unfortunate In their travels My tomato friends patiently Wait, shelf-bound, at home depot June 7th... Finally, a break! Stakes shived weeks ago Hear me coming! Welcoming their heirloom mates Goliath, Black Krim, and Mortgage Lifters All settle in, my hands busy Remembering Favorite herbs, Thai Basil, Lemon Thyme And forgotten Sage, guard the Corners My bean pole teepee, long a Staple of my garden Still waits, for the soak To settle 06/08/13 © All Rights Reserved

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Christuraj Alex

Date: 4/20/2022 7:49:00 PM

Great writing. Sky-father... Beautiful. Congratulations!

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 4/20/2022 6:31:00 PM

Wonderful imagery! Thank you for your submission and congratulations on your high placing win in the Garden Inspirations Poetry Contest! :) <3

Poet Tacito

Date: 6/27/2013 8:48:00 PM

I hadn't taken an opportunity to read your work again. So glad I'm here. This piece was very emotional, yet fun in a weird way. I really enjoyed this!

Christine Phillips

Date: 6/27/2013 6:07:00 PM

A very nice poem with a variety of dimension."My bean pole teepee, long a Staple of my garden" Fantastic imagery and symbol used here.

Karen Anglesey

Date: 6/23/2013 12:08:00 PM

Hi Jimbo, A magical garden of imagery and lively poetic verse. Great combination for feeling the accomplishment and serenity :)

Jancarl Campi

Date: 6/20/2013 6:50:00 AM

What an interesting poem. We (well my wife really) seems to be having problems this year. Every thing is coming up late. Must be the weather. At least we are getting some tomatoes, strawberries and sweet peppers. They sure are delicious and better than store bought. Have a great day!!

Carrie Richards

Date: 6/19/2013 2:36:00 PM

We have just picked our first cucumbers......and have five green tomatoes ripening on the vines...... a big garden waiting for the sun! It's getting ready to explode! I hear you!! (PS.....what a joy to hear you sing on the Blog radio show last night!! I was having such fun listening!! Great voice, great song, Jimbo!! Thanks for giving me the smile!!! What fun....loved it!!)

Harry Horsman

Date: 6/18/2013 4:16:00 PM

wow this is so interesting Jimbo, love the sincerity,,,

Joe Maverick

Date: 6/17/2013 10:37:00 AM

Hmm...I like this Jimbo..' Such is life, passing waiting, being..Hmm, yes I emphasize with this piece...really Good..Joe..) no..no not me..' the poem..' L O L))

Daver Austin

Date: 6/17/2013 9:00:00 AM

Our backyard is a forest of trees and ground cover, but I like your plans for a more productive plot. Love, daver

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 6/16/2013 9:55:00 AM

original and highly entertaining love it Shadow x

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 6/16/2013 9:54:00 AM

original and highly entertaining love it Shadow x

Nette Onclaud

Date: 6/16/2013 9:09:00 AM

With your depth, this piece brings a sensitive appeal to your theme.. i like the poetic rush and flow of your work... fine end lines; a beauty, jimbo..:) huggs

Sara Kendrick

Date: 6/12/2013 2:00:00 PM

I could just see your garden waiting for the rain to slow down so that you could put in the stakes and run the runners of the beans up the stake..Enjoyed reading your creative and unique work..Sara

Audrey Haick

Date: 6/9/2013 9:02:00 PM

Hi Jimbo, Wonderful poem...can't help but feel sad at all the loss but I know there will come a time when this will all be in our past.. Thanks for sharing. Love, Annalise Have a good week.