pairs and pairs and pairs
glee and joy swirling
summer rays with colors popping
the dreaded heat, but a cool breeze

grass nestled between worming toes
i’ve found my roots here
for this is where i’m meant to be
a time of grounding and solace

yet temperatures rise and fall
and the birds they call
for lovers and friends alike
all the while, i’m there - grounded

-aw