Earth’s an asphalt Eden—
new life in every leaf!
Awakening’s burst democratically
’round cracked red tenements
and stylish porticoes.
Meditate under this amphitheater’s
vast blue white-flecked dome.
The air’s conditioned
perfectly this month.
Delight with no distraction
in the wonders that come forth,
rabbit-from-a-hat,
green life from nothingness!
This lavish garland,
Creation, cavorts,
blossoming colors’
endless profusion,
while magnolia virgins
in white gowns
line the streets
hands clasped
in prayer.
Behold the miracle:
all things made new!
