We Must Scrupulously Observe

We must scrupulously observe
this coming growing season
and make the summer full
not least because the lives we lost
deserve our best memorial.
Plant your seedlings from their plastic packs
respectfully, and drain the dregs of your ruby drinks
joyfully, being sure to ride your bicycle 
thoroughly, so that your winter lungs feel to their deepest part
the pang of life returning; and in the firefly evening 
distant weeks from now, listen
so that possibly you may hear the message of the insects
from the dark, saying that your gift has been received 
and found  acceptable.

April 15 2011