Fireflies

Night fell, Summer’s heat abating, I sat leaning against a tall magnolia, Its fragrance spreading everywhere Like echoes of whispering breezes. Despite all I could not rest and sleep. The moon and stars were invisible now, But darkness could not cover the glade. Fireflies flittered here and there, glowing. I was mesmerised by the fireworks of the night. Suddenly I heard a delicate delicious melody. Was it the fireflies orchestrating their symphony? Soft enchanting tunes enticed the whole glen. Could this be a dream descended from the hidden stars? The melody changed, cadences tuned up and down, The fragrance of the magnolia increased, The moon appeared and all was bright. Butterflies flew all around. Or were they fairies? I could not tell for suddenly my eyes became heavy And blissfully I slept as joyfully I dreamt.