G-ma's Garden
There was no significant way the plants were planted in the soil.
Branches of fruit would intermingle with the vegetables
Plush, fertile flowers growing like weeds
Tropical vegetation that can only survive in humidity
Gardenias I would pick for my hair and place behind my right ear
Which was a sign…
Merrily I would harvest the pikaki then let them float in water,
As they were placed around the house
This was my peaceful space,
My favorite area to chill
For it reminded me of the islands,
And my family’s history
This was the happiest place on earth
(4/9/02)