It feels wonderful...

I wish to wake up as early as I can,
and the moment I rise, I run toward the terrace.
I have planted saplings on the terrace,
on the stairs while coming down,
on the ground floor too,
and even in front of my house.
I have sown some seeds,
and every day I plant new ones.

Some new plants have sprouted,
some are yet to come out,
some are growing tall,
and some are withering away.

I water them every day,
morning and evening both,
sometimes a little more than needed,
hoping that my plants will grow faster.

I pour a bit more water
on those that are wilting,
or where the plants are still small,
or where I’ve just sown the seeds.

It feels wonderful,
when the seeds I’ve sown turn into plants,
when the plants grow taller,
when new leaves appear,
and when new flowers bloom… 🌱✨

Rupesh Ranjan