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Danger! No Swimming
A poem for Manchester Art Gallery
Lily of the water, Nymph thou art
Perfect buds rising from cold dark depths
Flower faeries with alabaster skin emerging
Waxen ivory clothing a golden heart
Show love! Watch over this foolish boy
Who would risk all amongst your beauty,
Careless haste for pleasure clouding wisdom
Your ancient roots may yet ensnare his joy
Th...
Friday 16th February 2018 2:31 pm
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