Poison Beauty

A red rose is perfect in every way The blue sky with hints of white clouds is stunning Oceans with their white capped waves are hypnotizing Beaches with silky sand cool to the touch Yet, right now humans are limited The outside world doesn’t offer much solace It’s like a poison beauty Tempting but possibly deadly How I crave 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’s 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 Haunt me in my memories and dreams It’s like a poison beauty Tempting but possibly deadly Oh how I long for this time to pass For the ability to come and go To be free of stress and worry To feel the stillness and peace again Poison Beauty