How sweet to sit among these luscious trees
Protected from the sun’s bright, powerful heat
To hear the distant humming of the bees
And for our loving eyes to swiftly meet.
In summertime I love to meditate
to count the breaths as I receive the world
To be united with all beings in this state
The flags of joy are light and soon unfurled
These summer days are long and filled with light
Though storms may come and fill the sky with rage
Small birds then gather for a sudden flight
As I write new sentences across the page.
Every season has its light and shade
For such states we humans are well made
How my heart sings 