The Mysteries
Of nature
I heard my name called.
When only a small child
The scents and feelings in my mind
Flooded through me
And I was beguiled
Filled with delight and wonder
And love from my grandfather.
The smell of the earth
Jacaranda tree and goldfish
Another page in my life’s chapters.
Helping Dad, being strong
Appreciating being receptive
A free mind to learn and roam
The mysteries of nature
It helped make me perceptive
Taught and encouraged
To be independent
Happily lost in a daydream
Dexterous with my hands and
Forthright and unrepentant.
My blue eyes have the colour.
Of the sea and sky
The open road in my direction
I catch a sunbeam for a ride.
I laugh and, when sad, cry.
From being that little boy
I’ve now grown older in years.
Though within my heart
I’m still the same
The laughter and tears.
I am blessed
And I am blamed
Yet I can only be myself.
To live each day
The best I can
Proud and never ashamed.
©
David Rudder
2022
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