The Spirits of Summer

Inspired by Mother Nature's tunes
from ocean surf or gurgling stream
on sultry summer afternoons,

a seagull joins some butterflies
in joyful aerial ballet.
They dance before my eager eyes
above a daffodil bouquet.

When summer spirits congregate
on golden meadow, beach or mount,
I always help them celebrate.

Cicadas start their serenade,
while fireflies flicker in the night,
until a shower cools the glade.
These summer vibes just feel so right.

The Saraband Sonnet is an intriguing form based on an ancient Asian dance. More background and the specifications can be found at the following link: http://www.thepoetsgarret.com/2012Challenge/form21.html