peace
interest thrown upon
a tranquil Hibiscus
mercy managed
but only in flattered shards
contemplation
such a lovely pose
there are fences
around this country
some have called
his heart
that jaded cathedral
in his chest
he once wore on his proud sleeve
like an emerald broach for all the world
to fawn over
so shocked would he be
to learn
that I am
of all things
a highly competent
jewel thief..........
(written Nov 27,2003 3am)