A MIDNIGHT SERENADE

A MIDNIGHT SERENADE

The clouds congeal together in a mighty volcanic array
Shutting out sight of the deep blue sky
Mighty rumbles though not heard
Are seen with minds eye

Beyond the clouds a twilight tapestry
Interwoven in divine majesty
The stars twinkle way yonder
Oblivious to natures call light years away

The gentle rustling of chattering leaves
Against the urgent "click clack" of the regal red palms
Vento, the wind, triumphs through the valley
Announcing the arrival of the earth's longing

Little yellow posies dance gleefully in anticipation
The Birds of Paradise sway in equal delight
The birds huddle in their hidden nests
Stirring at the sweet aroma in the air

Like Santa's Reindeer sleighbells at Christmas
The windchimes sing a dainty song
The source of its music caressed by the breeze
Twirls in a magical dance

Tiny droplets begin their descent
Like molten glass, sparkling and shimmering
Each drop splatters gracefully
Adding to the chorus of the night

In moons half light - the silhouette of a man
His thoughts flickering in nights shadows
Intoxicated by the priceless display before him
His heart longs to join in natures orchestra

He closes his eyes, his lungs drinking in creations wonder
His mind floats on the waves of the wind
Bobbing up and down . . . the past, the present . . . the future
From his lips, a hushed sigh

Pausing softly he welcomes the presence of The Almighty
Like old friends they enjoy life's beauty together
Embracing, the man and his God
Dwelling in the night, so dark, to the soul so bright
Awaiting the promise of dawn, to continue on life's call


Robyn Toh
Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia 1997


Picture of Toni on the balcony where this scene unfolded late one night before the rain