Tis nearly-May around today
Its beauty so astounds me –
No more like heaven do we see
Than heaped-up pleasures of the May
My inner smile, the peace sublime –
Is more than I can say.
My light feet lead me to the park
Where at the gate a message clear
From sweetest blue forget-me-nots
Be mindful what may now appear.
Could I forget the balmy air?
Scent laced with warmth and petals too.
At last, at last – cold April's gone!
And May comes dancing with the dew.
Birds – they know and flowers too!
They are long ahead of me and you.
Sweet violets shine, white garlic blooms
May’s dream of summer's right on cue.
Tall honesty, resplendent as a queen
Holds court until May comes on the scene
At nearly-May excitement rings
When birds and flowers and angels sing.
30/04/2024