Sunday, September 14, 2008

Hurry



An unrepentant wind plows through the tree tops parting the leaves like so much hair on the scalp of the earth. It rolls in steadily, constant in its forward movement. This is no summer breeze. This new wind may be part of the storm called Ike as it transforms itself into a strong front far to the west. The warmth still present can not hide the wind’s reminder of a different time.

The parade of wildflowers marches on. The white froth of Ageratina altissima is quickly joined by the deep lavender blue of the unidentified aster. A new wave of color sweeps the mountain. A golden sea of Solidago ponds in the valley. Ragweed sneezes pollen and seeds cling to all parts of me as I pass through.







These signs are new to me. I study them for the littlest details. An expiration date I never had to contend with looms on the horizon. Perennials grown from seed in the spring must be planted before to long. A sack of bulbs that jumped in my cart and followed me to the register sits in the foyer. Roots need to be placed in the ground while there is still time.



Hurry, the wheel is spinning.

9 comments:

Frances, said...

Christopher, you give me goosebumps, thanks.

Christopher C. NC said...

You're welcome Frances!

Lisa at Greenbow said...

I enjoy the times you wax poetic about your garden. Yes, very enjoyable.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful pics of wildflowers, Christopher. I could just sit & gaze at them for hrs. Nature IS beautiful, isn't it?

Anonymous said...

I love your pictures. The unidentified blue aster is my favorite!

Frances, said...

Hi Christopher, I just wanted to let you know that while I do have Lidakrense sedum, that photo appears to be S. spectabile 'October Daphne', so similar but slightly different. Healing Magic Hands (great name) of The Havens sent me back to google it and I believe she is right. Mine does look more like daphne. My photo wasn't that great either, but thanks.

Anonymous said...

I haven't been paying attention, Christopher. You are a poet, and although I'm no expert, I think a good one. The little red sedum is delicious.

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry. Not only have I not been paying attention, I'm also confused. The little red sedum I'm referring to is in the post AFTER this one (the newer post).

Christopher C. NC said...

Not to worry Kim, I do confusion too.

If I tried to be a poet I would fail. Words just flow out sometimes and I let them.