Clematis
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A Fibonacci spiral of seed heads
A stalled hurricane of potential
Waiting for a breezy boost to soil beds
Patience and timing are essential
For creating purple flowers widespread
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Goldenrod
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Often blamed for causing sneezes
By hurling pollen on the breezes
Bees treasure these late fall flowers
Drink its tea for its healing powers
Considered a weed by so many
This humble plant’s benefits are plenty
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Moths
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When the moths no longer welcome me home
I know that winter is soon on the way
It’s sad to slip past the porch light alone
No night flying lovelies amidst the glow
Acknowledging the end of the work day
Tawny and buff with stripes of color for show
They are as compelling as the night sky
Hiding among ridges of bark by day
Emerging at night to dance as they fly
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(A Nocturna Poem)
Juniper
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My hen became a rooster over night
She’s missing the cock to her doodle do
About her transition I had no clue
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She crows now, no eggs now, but she’s alright
The other hens unmoved by this breakthrough
My hen became a rooster overnight
She’s missing the cock for her doodle do
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Her morning crows are welcomed with delight
I simply love this chicken through and through
To her own self she has remained true
My hen became a rooster over night
She’s missing the cock for her doodle do
About her transition I had no clue
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(A Madrigal Poem)
A Picture and a Poem 