Gardening Joys

Of all my assets,

the garden is a top one.

It has given me fulfillment

in so many ways.

When the pandemic was setting in,

lockdowns were being imposed,

I began developing this backyard space,

to a thriving sanctuary.

No time to panic, or fear.

As Audrey Hepburn said,

“To garden is to hope.”

It’s true.

With my infant sitting in

a lounger chair watching me,

I did the chores, for hours.

No empty mind, no devil’s workshop—

just pure mindfulness

and physical activities.

Lots of dirt and sweat—

but what a treat,

for the body and mind!

Then the plants established,

and kept giving back,

platter after platter of

cornucopia,

to eat, to smell,

to make art with,

to share.

The gardening journey continues,

and I feel grateful everyday,

for all the enrichments

it offers, to uplift me.