From the Kitchen window

She stands by the window

To do her chores

Peeling spuds

Washing the pots

 

She lifts her head

To take a breath

Ease her back

Straighten her neck

 

She sees her garden

Fit for a queen

As near as I can make it

Its fit to be seen

 

She will get no card for her birthday

A new blouse

Or may be a dress

A flower for her collection

As a reminder of my love for her

Pamela Bush June 2018

Reviews

[emmajoy]

Such lovely and sincere words. I can only think that when you love someone so much, all you have to do is be there sharing the view - knowing you're a big part of what matters in her life. A beautiful garden- whatever size, is having a small part of Heaven on earth!

' A flower for her collection ~ As a reminder of my love for her'

[Wild Rose]

Thank you Emma
Actually she got two blouses > Saw them - Liked them - Received them

[emmajoy]

A very happy lady then, and, that's what matters.
Have a great week. Blessings galore.

[‘Thoughts In Time..]

Beautiful and how I love beautiful gardens full of colours and flowers in bloom...🌹

[Wild Rose]

She likes flowers . our small garden has colour all year

[Kichu]

Very profound and heartfelt. I loved this piece of writing.

[Wild Rose]

Thank you > We worked together to create a Private area on a new estate - wife's family were all gardeners. The design on a sloping site is min e all the plants are her choice.
Planting them is a joint task - I am told where to dig the holes
First thing in the morning is to throw out some scraps > in return we get a variety of birds come to feed to add to the interest

[Laurierose]

There's something beyond the kitchen window that she sees. I know this feeling. I've done many a dish myself and when I straighten my back and stretch my neck I'm faced with looking at what's in front of me and feel comforted. When I look outside my window, I am transported to an oasis of calm. There's something very comforting in staring outside the kitchen window while there's a breeze, especially. The garden is a view as lovely as the sunrise in that moment. The view, itself, takes me someplace where my feet wouldn't otherwise lead me. As far as birthdays, it's the thought that counts and not necessarily items. As long as she knows she appreciated then it makes the days together worth it (though surprises are just as sweet and welcomed :) lol ). Great read.

[Wild Rose]

Thank you What you cant see in the picture are the birds feeding on crumbs thrown out

[Wild Rose]

Just had a few days away _ came home it got too hot
She has become used to my ways and me to hers > 55 years together now

[Laurierose]

Aww how sweet :)

[barleygirl]

This is the most beautiful & heartfelt poem that I've read from you so far. I love the way you show instead of tell. The way the scene unfolds so gradually, it's like watching a film. You've really pumped up the imagery in this piece & your heartfelt affection is like sweetness dripping from your words! (((HUGS))) Fondly Margie

[Wild Rose]

Thank you Margie Been away for a few days - so just found your comment - I get a few words about no card; but she tells every one that she gets gifts (whatever) at odd times (some expesive some cheap - I like that: I don't always like it but quite often she receives it; or I sat something like 'its an old ladies dress')
I levelled up the bit of land She chose the main plants

[barleygirl]

I don't get into obligatory gifts in either direction!

[Mrudula Rani]

After the chores, she has a heavenly place to sit and read, write or even quietly stare at the beauty she had created with her hands. Your poem is as lovely as the garden.

[Wild Rose]

Thank you
She/we do sit in the sun > She feeds the birds to watch them

[Mrudula Rani]

Sounds absolutely lovely.

[Wild Rose]

When the warm sun shines for us

[Paul Bell]

Looking out the window. It's like meditating.
Fit for a queen. Spot on.

[Wild Rose]

Thank you - some bird feeders hanging amongst the foliage

[Chris Shaw]

Lovely sentiments in this forthcoming birthday poem. Beautiful view from the kitchen window, definitely fit for a Queen. Always good to feel appreciated, by remembering her birthday, you will do that.

Chris

[Wild Rose]

Thank you Christine > Not intended as a birthday poem > think I will make it her card (Print it out)
Off to the left is a patio (built to level up the ground) At the end is a rambling rose "Wedding Day" the buds are just bursting [Yellow > white > Pink) Now 7 foot high provides a screen from a nosey neighbour

[Chris Shaw]

I think your poem will say it very nicely. Such a personal touch. I love beautiful gardens. What a lovely name, Wedding Day for a rose.

[Wild Rose]

It is one mass of tiny flowers > I will find a picture to post > We have a corner plot Large from Garden (well long) At one side is space for a caravan/boat along side the garage The other side is a sloping lawn (large one)

[Chris Shaw]

Sounds really nice.

[Ghost]

again the imagery is amazing, and the picture paints the path for the words... I enjoy your work thank you for sharing...

[Wild Rose]

Thank you > images - I/we have lots - its just find the words to go with them

[sette]

it is always the thought that counts

[Wild Rose]

Thanks > Birthday Thurs No card BUT two new blouses today

[sette]

belated happy birthday to her