These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Garden Lace: "Life in Bloom"

As Spring gives way to Summer's heat
the blooms in strength do wondrous shine.
No need to fear the sun, nor from humidity retreat.

Of Summer's heat we won't repine,
though cool of Winter's months away.
A blanket table, basket blest, in grassy park we dine.

"Gardenia's many blooms," we say,
"enjoin the other bloomers, 'Glow.'"
The season's hope in restful nights throughout each joy-filled day.

The hostas' green we see and know,
not flashy in o'erbearing hype.
Their steady beauty, oft unseen, just settled as they grow.

by Jay O’Toole
on May 10th, 2024