Sunflower Love

Their humble beginnings
as scattered seeds
hidden just beneath a dusting
of fertile soil
wiggling in the earth
as spring rain nourishes
and nudges their growth.
From spring seeds
roots stretch down
weaving tiny hairs
in connection
with the land,
accepting nutrients
trusting the process.
Much light and water
encourage growth
as fragile shoots
begin their journey
toward the sun.
Kissed by the bright rays,
emerging green shoots
reach for the day star
breathing in
comfort and warmth.
The conditions perfect
for healthy growth.
Leaves emerge
a single bud forms
atop the pedestal
blooming into petals
brightening dark faces.
Deeply anchored roots
thrive in the soil
blooming sunflowers
face their life source
glowing in the light
purely in the moment.
An admired few
selected with love
to adorn inner habitats
brightening the space
as light emanates
from the source within.
In the field,
the life cycle brings
transformation--
petals begin to die
falling softly to lie
upon the earth;
that which gave life
now offers
a final resting place.
Their heads now bow
in prayer to the sun
seeds drop
to the dirt
a gentle breeze
dusts them
transforming them--
a rebirth awaits.