petals, fragrance, flowers, sun and a cool breeze
why have I misunderstood
the soft things, the transient
more permanent than me

I look and lose sight
the warmth of the sun, a heart, a smile and a stranger
pass me un-noticed
brief solidity

Sorrow, heartbreak, pain and woes
these things I see
My attention wrongly focused
on permanents, transient

I should look and remember
the scent of spring
lasts forever
your good-bye will soon fade




i loved you and still do
but these human heartaches have no place
in the beauty of a fresh unplanned garden
there i want to stay
without you if i must



good-bye love
love of my life
love no more
good-bye