Ten-Finger Exercises

playing around again

Daffodil's Debut

the snow is almost gone
and, though I've had no time to practice,
today is my day to shine.

"Stand up straight."
"Be brave, little daffodil,
you'll do us proud."

here I am,
watching the grass grow,
waiting nervously for my cue

"Spring."
I heard it! I'm on! Ta Da!
I am here to fill your heart with joy!

Tonight is Bill's dress rehearsal for HMS Pinafore, and so I have plays on my mind. I thought at first this daffodil reminded me of a spotlight, but then I noticed how shy she looked and thought of her as a performer.

The spring performance of flowers around here has been vibrant. I wish they lasted longer. The winds blow away the blossoms far too soon, and the air between my house and the neighbor's flowering plums are filled with petals. Once I was in Spokane in April, thought I was seeing the petal shower, and realized it was big snowflakes instead!

I know I planted some pink angeliques last year. I hope they're just late bloomers because I can't find them anywhere.