amidst the forest of edible green
little hands and big hands alike are foraging
a tomato wrapped in sweet basil
and popped and spurted between sharp teeeth
a joyous exploration of tasting leaves and petals
pure vitality and nourishment
flavours piquant and bright
a chile which made me cry
a haven of play for my tired little ones
a carpet of lush green to flop onto in mama exhaustion
a quiet place for us to be together
nurtured by vibrant life
the rustle and whisper of food growing
glorious food
abundant food for all!
gratitude
i’ve said it before and i will happily say it again and again
Mullumbimby Community gardens are fantastic
and if you can go there you are sure to be inspired
and feel happy simply by being with all the good growth
and feel connected with the ladybirds and the caterpillars
and come away well fed body and soul…
