The bud swelled
the spring flower
unfolded
a blinding blue
translucent star
Growth: The irreversible increase in dry matter
The baby smiled
at his mother
suckled on the
warm soft breast
taking sweet nourishment
Growth: The irreversible increase in dry matter
The new leaf
shone vivid green
against azure sky
where only just before
there was
nothing
Growth: The irreversible increase in dry matter
The seed swelled
enlarged
burst open
and a green flicker
of hope for the world
emerged
Growth: The incredible increase in what matters
