Let me be a garden

A bit out of your way

So you may seek the magic

That hides inside

I follow no rules

Unruly tangled stems

Support a color riot

Of dewy flowers and leaves

Unwind yourself

In dappled sunlight

And deep shade

Touch the warm, moist earth

Nothing else may intrude

I’m here for you

Rest a while

Let go your burdens

Then take your leave,

Empty and refreshed

I’m fertile and full

My gate closed behind you

I will be here

Blooming my flowers

Unfurling my leaves

Until you seek again