A Wonderous Day
Sun’s rays force squinting eyes
Grass curls between tiny toes
Laughter swirling in air swept
by each cool breeze
Bubbling waters in the pond
dug by able hands
for fish and shelled creatures
to lay and unwind
Tingling hands
A shift in the air
Heads turning in unison
to the house just across the yard
Rushing past familiar beauty
towards an enthralling mystery
behind four walls
Once inside
figures crowded round
blocking view
Some gasp or shriek of glee
at a sight to behold
In the center of the circle
comes barking
Pushing past
there it is
the dog you will know
for years to come
It will touch your life
in a way only it could
But for now,
you gaze in its eyes
and marvel over this wonderous surprise
