dragonfly by Melissa Reyes

I've come to crush you. Once, I held you Small in my hand, You whirred and hovered I felt the beat of your wings Quivering in my palm Brushing against my skin You gleam in the sunlight Blue and green alternating Shifting with the golden rays Like a precious gem Glints in the sunlight You darted to and fro But never out of sight perhaps out of mind And never far away. You fascinate me. But I am human, Invulnerable to such natural charm Science of reason Has cheated me of wonder And glory Though I wonder at you I cannot say or entertain A thought, a breath, a kiss For now. And so here goes nothing. SQUASH. Just kidding. I don't have the heart. Poem · Added: Jan 28, 2009 · Views: 289 · People Inspired: 6 Connect to share · E-mail this poem · Follow Melissa · You can "follow" people, inspirations, and galleries on Backlight.org, which enables you to more easily stay up-to-date with activity surrounding people or inspirations you find interesting! People: Melissa Reyes Cancel Send Melissa a message Comments: Alecia Stephens said: (on Jan 28, 2009) I love the ending. Describes how I feel at the moment. Alecia Stephens said: (on Jan 28, 2009) p.s. damn girl. you are on a roll. JEANNE CANNON said: (on Jan 28, 2009) Science of reason Has cheated me of wonder And glory This says it all. Walter Kmiec said: (on Jan 30, 2009) this was very refreshing. you ARE on a roll lately and i love it. Add Comment: Log in to add your comment!

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