Mellifluous sounds Find their way to me As I hobble Into the garden, Filled to overflowing With magnolias, Roses, and daisies. Ah! At last, a bit of respite From the sweltering heat And the chaotic swarm Of people, All caught up With the demands Of propriety. I pave my way deeper Into the dense garth, Listening To the joyous tweeter Of birds, Far above and free. "Respite" Mellifluous sounds Find their way to me As I hobble Into the garden, Filled to overflowing With magnolias,
