To the Grass
Under weight of snow,
Send down roots.
After winter’s dark night,
Awake and stretch toward warmth and light.
With your fellows,
stand thick and close.
When nibbling grubs tickle
And ants race through your feet—
When horses,
Cows, sheep, or lawnmowers
Shear your lush green-ness,
Rejoice that you give life
And cool my
Tired feet.
by Marilyn, April 1, 2014
After winter’s dark night
Awake and stretch toward warmth and light
Lo ve those lines!