Give to Life
©December 2nd, 2016
By Vijaya Sundaram
It’s winter, and still
My stunted carrots struggle on
Clinging to life and rich earth.
A rose, white and wan
Wafts her gentle, cool perfume
While December frowns.
A single chilli
Holds on to a still-green plant
Promising a fight.
Burying her snout
In cold, wet soil, my dog breathes
Life into my life.
I cannot forget.
I cannot sit in the dark.
I must give to life.
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