These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

At the End of the Day

Mimosas fan out to the sky.
So pink and white their blooms.
Begonias sit their red blooms by
in the writer's outdoor room.

Caladiums with hearts unfurled,
the greenhouse's sentry new.
His sun shines down upon the world
the nightlight panel to shew.

Our gentle-sounding AC hums,
beyond that there is peace
as warmer temps in dripping sums
cause sweat to now increase.

The pine tree stands with thickest bark,
so many years in place.
Within this yard, it makes its mark
with elegance and grace.

Our pansies and our hostas smile
blest growing in each pot.
We're honored, that they stay awhile
presenting all they've got.

by Jay O’Toole
on June 8th, 2023