Pottering in the garden 
enjoying the warm sun rays 
It seems so long ago 
since we had any rain free days 

Taken by surprise
as I pass the Buddleia tree
A kaleidoscope of butterflies 
flurry above me 

In the early days of summer 
there were none to be found 
Now my garden is filled with them
just fluttering around 

I like to sit and watch them
admire their colours so bright 
On this sunny afternoon 
they make such a pretty sight

One comes to rest beside me
spreads its perfect mirrored wings 
I savour this moment 
relish the peace and calm it brings