Nature's Band

Nature's Band

I don't know when the
Crickets stopped,
Nor when the birds began;
For I was lost amidst
My thoughts, and sounds
Of Nature's band.

The wind blew gently
On the trees, and
Rustling leaves chimed in.
The crickets came
Back in on time and
Played their parts again.

The clouds stood still
In reverence, of such
A lovely blend --
And when the trees
All took their bow, they
Whispered down, Amen.

But there was not
Another soul, no
Woman there, nor man;
To agree with me
In silent prayer,
The awe of Nature's band.

The sun proffered
Stage lights, for the
Greatest show on earth,
And set the skies
A crystal hue, like
Babies' eyes at birth.

But there was not
Another soul, no
Woman there, nor man;
And I was honorary
Guest, front stage
At Nature's band.