Dusk

Dusk

Hurry sunset, I need my moon,
in all it's quiet beauty

Be still, wind, I want to "hear"
as eventide breaks o'er the horizon

Silence, birds, head to your roost,
it's time to close this day

Awaken, stars and sprinkle the sky
with bursts of tiny diamonds

Here she comes, my faithful moon,
to guard me and the sea

Lynn West
(c) 2010

Wally's Gangstas

Wally's Gangstas

Plastic swords flailing,
one hand in the air
ah, but that's not all,
upset carts, if you dare

Empty out the bins,
scattering clothes
as you go,
then acting the innocent
when someone "sees"
the show

Wear a certain color,
a different kind of cap,
watch out for security
or you'll wind up in
his trap

Ask yourself one question
of how it's going to be
will you continue this
life of mischief
and debauchery?

I hope you answer
"no, not I"
for this you need to know,
the petty crime is fun
for now, but don't let
it lead you to death row...

Lynn West
(c) 2010

for DH

The Garden

The Garden

My fingers itch
for the soil,
my body aches
but welcomes the toil
of digging in the earth
on a warm spring day

To plant the seeds, all in a row,
then sit back to watch
them grow,
'tis sheer heaven in a
comforting way

To feast upon one's bounty,
grown by thine own hand
is worth more than all the
riches found across the land

So grow ye herbs and lentils,
corn, wheat and peas too
and you will feed the Earth,
my friend, starting with you

Lynn West
(c) 2010