Sew a Garden

Tonight is a falling seed caught in the yoke of its own tree

There is no wind, no moonlight, and no neighbors arguing

There is not even a flickering streetlight or a piece of newspaper blowing

down the alley

There is only a song, a dog at the chain link fence, a knife lying in a puddle,

and a river that most people have forgotten

I look to see if there is a needle in the bark

I tell myself I will sew a garden if there is.

Poem: BEN WEAVER is a songwriter and poet who travels by bicycle. He uses his music as a tool to strengthen relationships between people and their local ecosystems. Ben’s most recent project, Music for Free, saw him riding three thousand miles from Canada to Mexico along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route with his guitar and banjo, making stops to offer free performances to communities along the way. Ben has completed many wilderness music-by-bike tours and released nine studio albums and five books of poetry. Given the choice, he will side with the animals, lakes, rivers,and trees.

Art: ADAM TURMAN, Dandelions, Screenprint. Adam is an illustrator, muralist, printmaker, and artist from Minneapolis. His bold style offers colorful takes on beloved landmarks and the great outdoors. Adam’s murals can be found throughout the Midwest and his prints in private collections worldwide. He works with major brands, independent businesses, and private collectors alike to make art part of our every day.