Early bloom

Close up photo of almond tree flowers with the sun setting in the background.

Camera’s ready:
spring is still a while away,
almond blossoms smile.

New beans

Photo of a veggie patch with small broad bean plants growing in rows.

True winter descends
as the last of the warmth dies
bringing forth broad beans

Safe

Photo of a veggie patch with small lettuce plants sheltered with plastic containers. There’re also luscious spinach plants in the patch.

Away from nibblers
safe in their tiny shelters,
backyard lettuces.

Burst

Close up photo of a marigold.

On cold winter days,
marigolds in street corners:
a burst of sunshine.

Smile

Photo of the afternoon sun reflecting on a choppy ocean surface.

Waters be choppy—
battling inner turmoils; still,
sea smiles at the sun.