Under the Tree

In this gentle collection, the poet invites listeners to step beneath a familiar tree and watch the world unfold through a child’s eyes. Simple scenes—bluejays skimming the sky, cornfields stretching to the horizon, the quiet rhythm of milking time—are rendered with vivid, unpretentious language that captures both the beauty and the routine of rural life. Each poem feels like a small window, offering a pause to notice the ordinary miracles that surround us.

The verses move from the tangible to the whimsical, exploring dreams that rise from pillows, the chatter of a brown bowl, and the playful antics of a woodpecker seeking shelter. Family moments—father’s rose, Sunday school lessons, the curiosity of an older brother—anchor the work in love and curiosity. Listeners will find themselves recalling their own childhood wonders, as the poet’s clear, heartfelt voice turns everyday moments into quiet celebrations.