It takes time 
for the oblate berries 
to reach their 
matte 
indigo hue, 
basking in the June sun.

They’re so tempting though
when they’re almost there
having warmed from pale green
to bright, maroon-ish purple.

Sure,
they’ll darken more
in the berry bowl 
but they will always be
puckeringly tart.

If only I have the 
experience, 
foresight,
will,
patience,
to hold on –
one…
day…
more…

Oh!
How sweet the taste!

© Annabelle P. Markey