Introduction

These words have been floating around in my head for the approximately 3 months... looking for some outlet to flow out of. It's inspired by a beautiful oasis in the Blue Mountain foothills - Cinchona! Also, I must attribute inspiration to my friends, family and lovers... those past and dedicated to those who are yet to come... they all were in my mind throughout the writing... it doesn't say very much more than you see here... it's a celebration of life and love and nature.

The Secret Garden

The wind sings sweetly here
The sun smiles warmly
The trees bend and bow
As if to whisper precious secrets
The blades of grass are as green
As emerald - precious, precious gems.


There is the sound of trickling water
As the stream bounces over stones
I lie with my hands, fingers
Trailing through its crystalline depths
My eyes closed, the sun on my lids
The wind, soft breath on my cheek.


You are here with me
Your warm embrace surrounds me
Your breath on my face
I feel your feathery kiss on my forehead
I know your love.


I hear the birds, twittering to each other
I see them flitting through the branches
As carefree as the wind
Unconcerned with the destination
Obsessed with the journey.


This is the essence of life
This tranquil, warm, sensuous place
Where love and life and freedom
Live in harmony
Right here
In this Secret Garden.

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