We had to doze
her flower bed
that first fall
I was here;
water was getting
into
the basement.
Major work was done
around the outside
of the house
and
inside the basement;
now
it doesn't flood.
But
it's taken four years
to find
a colorful plant
that would grow
by my back door.
I used pots of various blooms
but
wanted a plant
in the ground
This one isn't meant
to last the winter,
but
now I know
what to plant
next year
if I'm here.
If not,
then I pass on
the responsibility
just as she did.
Meanwhile
my greeter
takes her job
seriously.
She stands
vigilantly
next to the angel
given when mom died,
the welcome flag
with colorful birds,
and
the antique crock
with my husband's
family name.
Together
they perform
quite well
saying,
"Hello!
Glad so see you!"
to everyone
who comes in
my back door.
The others did their job
without her,
but
they have perked up
since
she arrived.
Her colors
add cheer
to all
around her
and
to everyone
who comes in
my back door.
Even if
that person
is just
me.
Now the God of hope
fill you
with
all joy and peace
in believing
that you may abound
in hope,
through the power
You've captured the lovely color in that coleus well!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful hello to all who pass by her bounty of color ...
ReplyDeleteamazing the colour of these leaves.
ReplyDeletethe plant is a great big flower.
and i really like the verse too.
this is stunning. i love how you personified your greeter, and linked her with the verse of love... you bless me today. thank you so much for linking up, friend.
ReplyDeleteLove the unique angel - and the rich, beautiful colors of the leaves are so welcoming and cheerful!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your encouraging comments on my blog.
very special images,
ReplyDeletelove the freshness in your post.