I listened as the Sunflower sang
its mesmerizing tune,
and danced upon the golden sky
From East to West, till noon
Then raised its crown in honor
Towards the brilliant Sun
I was captivated by its beauty,
My heart, its journey won
So I kept it company
Even bowing down to sleep
And we both knelt upon the lap
Of God whose love we seek
I was blessed to have that day
The Sunflower by my side
To watch it ferry above the world
The Sun, our sovereign guide
You my friend, my Sunflower
I am lost within your glow
And would follow you wherever
Your heart would have me go
© Raymond t. Carter 2001
