Here, Nature's marvels orchestrated
Play, the human eye to please,
With rich new colours variegated
Set beneath great, ancient trees;
Warm sunlight bathing open spaces,
Shapes and patterns, shades of green,
And greens in shade in sheltered places;
Birdsong urgent, now serene.
The paths that guide the eye's direction
Lead our weary, wand'ring feet
To find a place of contemplation
At some beauteous vista's seat.
In view, in watery reflection
Muted, Nature's song still clear
Can melt away our disaffection,
Quell our darkest, inmost fear.
For here, all Nature's gathered treasures
Ordered by the craftsman's skill
Can clouded minds transform with pleasures,
Anxious hearts by respite still.
This peaceful place, its moments tranquil,
Bars all turmoil from its ground,
Reminds us that our lives are special,
Tunes us to a deeper sound.
Copyright © 2009 Desmond Hilary
Inspired by Samares Gardens, Jersey
Play, the human eye to please,
With rich new colours variegated
Set beneath great, ancient trees;
Warm sunlight bathing open spaces,
Shapes and patterns, shades of green,
And greens in shade in sheltered places;
Birdsong urgent, now serene.
The paths that guide the eye's direction
Lead our weary, wand'ring feet
To find a place of contemplation
At some beauteous vista's seat.
In view, in watery reflection
Muted, Nature's song still clear
Can melt away our disaffection,
Quell our darkest, inmost fear.
For here, all Nature's gathered treasures
Ordered by the craftsman's skill
Can clouded minds transform with pleasures,
Anxious hearts by respite still.
This peaceful place, its moments tranquil,
Bars all turmoil from its ground,
Reminds us that our lives are special,
Tunes us to a deeper sound.
Copyright © 2009 Desmond Hilary
Inspired by Samares Gardens, Jersey
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