reflect
i’m borrowing this rock
i keep in my pocket
uncovered years ago
when starting the garden
i washed it off
in the birdbath
dirtying the water
and giving it new life
for however long i can
july two thousand twelve
copyright j matthew waters
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jdubqca 
lovely
thanks bonnie – not quite sure how I missed your comment ;`)
Reflection, Renewal; great poem JW!
thanks jamie, keep cool this 4th and happy birthday tatum!
You as well- a very happy birthday it will be!