I stopped to savor the petrichor the rains drenched my dreams
Just round the corner rainbows were breaking through the seams
I took a deep breath and awaited my turn I was to repay a loan
It took a toll on my smile a while afore sunshine was mine to own
Rusty autumns followed the showers memories were shed away
Dryness of the season equaled parch throats there was little to say
The rewards of patience remain unmatched I knew I must pause
Whenever you witness joy and sadness remember there is cause
Peace goes hand in hand with patience and lend me unseen power
Snow came along with its inherent stillness enveloping all disorder
Though bones ached the nerves relaxed silvery winters had a charm
I was ready to face bouquets and brickbats with a newfound calm
Then spring trotted along smiles became more tangible and composed
I no longer expected phases to transition only I had to metamorphose
The ambience livened with a spring in my step I stepped up my game
The end goal was peace of mind not fortunes estates name or fame
Basking in golden summers confidence now renewed and restored
I learnt how seasons travel like time stagnation I could never afford
Loans can be repaid work can be redone there is redemption for all acts
A little more proof in emotional judgments a little more heart in facts