Close-up of a red rose with water droplets on its petals.
One book from A box of many rested cold on my knees. Basements tend to be chilly despite the weather outside. leather, the same. 
Image of heart-shaped cactus pads labeled 'Prickly Hearts' with poetic text about bandages, prayer, and regret.
There’s a cardinal living among these trees.  You can't miss him sitting amidst the leaves.   Beautifully bright and colorful.  His song rings in tones of cheerful.    Every now and again.  Seemingly to know just when.