To have one of these is fortunate indeed,

a haven away from that daily stampede.

Just kick off your shoes and sit a spell,

for to have one of these is really swell.

To relax by a fire with friends and brew,

listening to stories and telling some too.

Playing ball with a child or even the dog,

if you want you can be a bump on a log.

Care is required if you have one of these,

like cutting the grass and trimming trees.

Some like to fence in this glorious space,

our own little kingdom, our private place.

Some love to show off their creative side,

by landscaping to reflect a sense of pride.

Within this realm of personal impressions,

we tend to bond with natures expressions.

If one needs to find some peace and quiet,

the backyard is where you can’t deny it.