Humanity
In the midst of chrysanthemums
On the other side of blue
Found I you
Waiting like a puddle
After summer rain
Tears
I had followed the limping child
Thin through not enough
In the tall grass
Half a day walking
Clutching curiosity
Years
You were sitting wrapped in desperation
Unwashed yet cleansed
Hungry yet full
A blind cobra
Empty of dignity
Fears
People passed you by in their oblivion
I looked and saw your flame
Almost extinguished
Barely flickering
Took your hand
In mine
How could I pass you by
How could I............??
© Keith Dodrill