A red rose is perfect in every way
The blue sky with hints of white clouds was stunning
Oceans with their white capped waves were hypnotizing
Beaches with silky sand cool to the touch
Yet, recently humans were limited
The outside world didn’t offer much solace
It was like a poison beauty
Tempting but possibly deadly
How I craved to leave the terrace and walk the streets
To sit at a cafe or bakery for breakfast
To go to the store and not fear what may happen
It was like a poison beauty
Tempting but possibly deadly
The light breezes blowing across my face
The blooming roses on the terrace
The memories of normality
Haunted me in my memories and dreams
Oh how I longed for this time to pass
For the ability to come and go
To be freed of stress and worry
To feel the stillness and peace again
Poison Beauty
