Life in the Fast Lane

Fast or slow
no lanes for me
too much traffic
of hate and misery
for me is now garden paths
flowers, roses, blooms of spring
bees and butterflies
as humming birds sing
if someone says your garden may burn
my reply
if yours blooms and reaches to the sky
I will rejoice
only evil will cry
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Callus Avatar
April 4, 2026 at 8:53 AM
Your metaphorical lanes, whether fast or slow, still manage to pass on your message, Arthur. There is no place for hate or envy on earth ~ Fiat pax in terra! // paul
Vaso Avatar
May 4, 2026 at 11:50 PM
Thank you Paul, and I can say the same, your voice is also a breath of fresh air.
Maverick Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Rejoice in all gardens i guess.? Is the Message here its good to recieve the Solace in life although we are at times Deflated by tragedy i note you mention You were recently in Gaza.' Which is a Mark of commitment in my estimation Of things ( have you never searched on agenda 2030 Arthur.? ) it might save well? The flight cost and risk of coffe quality at least.? All blessings and support mate.)
Vaso Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 1:06 AM
I have been all over the middle east, recently a building in Lebanon I was staying was flattened, and I can assure anyone military of any kind there. They are now doing to Lebanon what they did to Gaza. sad indeed and yes w all need solace now and then, or we'd go crazy!
May Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 5:17 PM
In a world in chaos, a garden gives solace
Vaso Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 1:03 AM
For sure my favorite places to visit!
Allison Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:56 PM
much prefer the tranquil life of your beautiful garden imagery than being in the fast lane:-) hugs Jan xx
Vaso Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 1:03 AM
Yes and sure you guessed for Darren
Goldsmith Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 12:37 PM
I enjoyed reading. Great Ending... Have a Beautiful/Blessed Easter writing away.............
Vaso Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Thank you so much Paula, and the same for you, Happy Easter!
Onclaud Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 9:07 AM
Such a lilting artword, my friend...gardens are always lovely !
Vaso Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Not sure if you knew Darren White here, I made a complete big garden for him!
Pigeon Tart Avatar
April 2, 2026 at 7:25 AM
Amen ~x
Vaso Avatar
April 3, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Thank you kind one!
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