Happiness: A Gardener's Point of View
Posted: Tuesday, April 28, 2009
by Nenita Wells
The gardener has often wondered,
What trees to plant in his garden bared.
He pondered awhile and looked around.
The answer, he finally found.
You see, the day before last.
A storm has visited the gardener's lot.
Roaring wind and heavy rain,
Wreaked havoc upon the plain.
He wanted to plant the trees of kind,
That will stand the test of time.
Apple, grapefruit, persimmon, lemon
Fruit-bearing trees to nourish mankind.
The gardener has seen it all,
He had been to different lands,
To fight and defend the ideals
Of his country and men.
In no time, he will be a centenarian,
Enjoying, indulging, the fruit of his work.
The cherry trees are blossoming again,
Ah, the happiness he felt just looking in.
by: Nenita Wells
This poem was written for a gardener at heart, the author's uncle in California who is a veteran of World War II and married to her wonderful aunt. A kind and loving man and most importanly, he has a green thumb!
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The author was born in one of the 7,100 islands in the Philippines, in Leyte where the famous American five-star general, Douglas MacArthur landed during WWII. She is one of eight children, and she has thirty-five nieces and nephews. She was raised by her parents to be a good Christian. Attended public school both in Elementary and High School in the Philippines. She went to college under the work and study program, earned her bachelor's degree with honors and her first paid full-time job was as secretary to the High School Principal, her first boss was a Benedictine Sister from Germany who was the Administrator of the Catholic school. She lived in New York City from 1977 to 2004 and now lives in Providence, Rhode Island. She loves to read and write poetry.
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More commentsNenita,This was lovely, touching, well-done!Thank you for sharing and for your uncle as well!NancyNancy,Thank you for reading and commenting on my poem. Yes, I am blessed with such a lovable, loving, gentle man.Your fan,Nenita
Hi Nenita, this is a beautiful poem. It flowed like a short story packed with meaning. It makes me think about the things I might be planting in the "garden" of my little world. Thank you for sharing!Blessings to you! TeresaHi Teresa,You are welcome and thank you for reading my poem. Your comments meant a lot to me. I am delighted you liked it.Always a fan,Nenita
Very nicely written. I'm glad there is another poet on this site.David,A comment coming from you is truly appreciated. Thanks for reading my poem. Have a wonderful day.Always your fan,Nenita
Beautiful poem. Im glad there is someone appreciates the work of a gardener which is often not seen by many. We eat the fruit of work but never thank them.I think it is not just a poem, it is a wake up call by taking care of our environment we, can certainly get a hundred folds back.Thank you.Hi Aiamarie,I loved your comment. Thank you for reading my poem (wake up call). It is good to hear it from someone specially someone from the Philippines. Wow! I am very grateful for your kind words.Best regards,Nenita
This year I am about to test my green thumb. Great poem thank you so much for sharing it.Carmellita,Thanks for reading my poem. The most wonderful thing about gardening is the anticipation of how beautiful a flowering plant or an herb look when it is alive and blooming. Good luck.Nenita
I am not one for poetry usually but i found this very heartwarming. ThanksHi Samuel,Thank you for reading and commenting on my poem. This poem is to pay tribute to my loving uncle who is a gardener. Thanks again for liking it.Best regards,Nenita
I like it a lot tita.
I enjoy it alot.
Love you =]Thank you Maggs for reading and thank you for liking my poem.Take good care and good luck with your studies.love,tita
This is beautiful, tita. Reminds me also of our Papa..but he was more into the "junk" business, right.hehe You have inspired me to, maybe, try writing again..one of these days. ;)Best regards! Take carekarenKaren,Thank you for your kind words. I would love to see your work. You, too have a gift of words and I always enjoyed reading your narratives/letters. You are a good writer...write and let your work inspire people.With love and prayers,Tita Nenita
Hi Tita, It is a nice Poem and inspiring...May you continue writing Poems to Inspire people...God speed...Love you Tita,take care...Hi Daice...Thanks for stopping by. Your comment meant a lot, thanks for your kind words.Take good care and have a wonderful day.Best regards,Tita Nenita
I have seen much joy in the gardening of flowers for the simple beauty of it. I can only imagine the gardening of fruitful trees to be a grand splender in it's own might.Hi Lillie. Thank you so much for your kind and warm comments. Yes, gardening is fulfilling and worthwhile. Thanks again for taking the time to read and comment. Best to you, ~Nenita~
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