My Secret Place

Lying in the soft grass I watch Morning rays peak through embracing branches As dew springs forth on blades of grass- Reflections of iridescent light bounce off walled bushes And dance with water on green leaves. Birds sing as they bathe in the gathering dew. Their melodies drift through the air, A signal to all that everything is at peace. Velvet petals open and stretch toward heaven - Begging the sun to smile upon them and share its light. Reflections on water Mirror images of distorted beauty, Then gently fade and wash away. All is calm in this enchanted place Where earth and heaven bring nature to life. There is no past - no future - only this beautiful moment.