Beloved/Summons (A Conversation)

I long to see the sunshine.

              You see it every day.

I miss the sea and sand.

In your eyes, their colors lay.

I want to see my beloved,

I miss you just as much!

To walk with her hand and hand.

I miss your very touch!

My beloved, I summon you.

I hear and answer the call.

I call you home to stay.

Why would I wish to be away?

And once you have entered my view,

You are my world, my all!

I promise to be forever with you.

I have no reason to stray.

I didn't say banana...

Born of sunshine

Nestled in leaves

Its bitter rind

Is a tasty tease

The Florida sun

Makes its bitter skin

Turn bright to reveal

The citrus within

In the morning dew

Shows how sweet

And good for you

This healthy treat

A summer feast

It’s best in mornings

Quartered and pieced