I read a poem
the other day
sent to me by a far away friend
and the words etched themselves
into my heart
let me be dazzled, absolutely dazzled and then reflective
by the beauty of the things I see
the tiny fireflies lighting up my sky
the big brown eyes that twinkle
with sheer delight
even the blackberry thorns
that catch me by surprise
dazzle my ears
with the sweet sound of laughter
the rich voice of a man
that sings just for me to hear
the melody of the birds
way up in the trees
and the whispers I can feel
against my cheek
dazzle my heart
with the goodness I keep finding
scattered in the most unlikely places
love that crosses miles and reaches across boundaries
dazzle me with the way
things taste
chocolates melting on my tongue
the Americano in my cup
a well cooked meal
margaritas and wine
dazzle my senses
the calloused hand in mine
vibrations on an old wood floor
soft as silk baby skin
hugs so tight I almost can’t breathe
by the music’s rhythm
that makes me move in unison
and the way I feel
when my hands glide down
someone else
finally be held
feel myself exhale
at long last
let me be dazzled
and then reflective
just like the poem
that my far away friend sent
❤Jeanna’ Mead
7 03 a.m. 1-29-18
For Joshua and Bubbie 💗👣
Jeanna' Soul 