Sir, Have You Seen My Lovely Garden

Sir, I do beg your pardon,
I assure you this is not a pick up.
But have you seen my lovely garden?
It is a peaceful place to sup.

Marigolds, zinnias, and wild buttercup
Crepe myrtles, lilacs, a beautiful rose,
Please sir, take a peek, when you wake up.
If you prefer, you can simply repose.

My green plants grow like weeds past my nose.
They thrive all day, and into the sweet night.
Some geraniums are practically up to my nose.
My garden is unparalleled, a terrific sight.

If you die tomorrow, do not have a care.
You may think it is only plain jargon,
Strangers lie under, plants grow from their hair.
I would love to show you my magical garden.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Chan Avatar
October 6, 2018 at 10:18 PM
Whimsical and magical. Such a delightful read. Beautifully penned, Caren!
Krutsinger Avatar
October 7, 2018 at 6:19 AM
Thank you Bernard. It was one of the most fun writes I have ever written.
Am Avatar
September 25, 2018 at 4:15 PM
I admire the use of imagery and simile in this poem - very enjoyable and captivating.
Krutsinger Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 6:58 AM
Thank you. I liked doing this a lot, of course, being a secret killer of nothing, but thinking upon it for I did grow up on faerie tales.
Mcferran Avatar
September 25, 2018 at 2:13 PM
Thank you for sharing your magical garden with us... I especially love the line, "Strangers lie under, plants grow from their hair"! ;) Nice work, my friend!
Krutsinger Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 6:58 AM
Hahahahahahahaha I loved doing that line! It is my favorite.
Destefano Avatar
September 25, 2018 at 12:17 PM
Hi Caren, Thanks for the comment on my poem. I have to say I'm glad a posted . I just read your poem and I love your garden . I'm excited to read more ...
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