Gary Smith Poet Rhyme

A Riot of Violas

I tend to my garden in somnolent bliss
As heavenly lavender puts me at ease,
The Sun warms my back as I potter about
To the hypnotic droning of foraging bees.

They bumble about from flower to flower
Enjoying the heat of the day,
Butterflies too rejoice in the Sun
I delight in their vivid display.

A riot of violas take centre stage
Such beauty could make a heart sigh,
Here in my garden, in quiet repose
Who could be as content as I.

Yes 'tis nothing grand, a small plot of land
Yet rich in joyous rewards,
To nurture, to care, to watch it then grow
Such balm for the soul it affords. 









Entry for
Petal, buds, blossoms, bees, birds, butterflies! Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Silent One
28/7/2020. Placed=2nd.

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Emilia James September 24, 2020 at 2:01 PM One of my fav pastimes is gardening. A lovely poem and congrats on your win. Emilia : ) Gary Smith September 24, 2020 at 2:15 PM Thank you Emelia. :)

Sara Kendrick August 7, 2020 at 2:05 PM Pansies are a colorful addition to a spring garden over here but they don't handle the heat of our summer's in the south. Violas or Johnny Jump Ups are a nice addition to spring garden as well. Congrats on your winning work. I was thinking that it would be a good contender before I looked down and saw that you had won. Sara Gary Smith August 7, 2020 at 3:32 PM Thank you Sara. :)

Aditi Mishra August 2, 2020 at 1:32 AM Gorgeous imagery and lovely description of your vibrant garden Gary. Congratulations on your win! :) Gary Smith August 2, 2020 at 3:45 AM Thank you Aditi. :)

Anne-Lise Andresen August 1, 2020 at 12:11 PM - I think everyone loves flowers - A wonderful poem, Gary :) - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Gary Smith August 1, 2020 at 12:34 PM Thank you Anne-Lise. :)

Eve Roper August 1, 2020 at 9:44 AM Gary, beautiful with great imagery. Congratulations on your win in Silent Ones contest. Gary Smith August 1, 2020 at 9:46 AM Thank you Eve. :)

Silent One August 1, 2020 at 8:14 AM That is some riot.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Gary Smith August 1, 2020 at 8:37 AM Thank you Silent One. :)