• Bittersweet Fantasy
    by Lyris Mendax

    I feel a shiver when you cover me
    as you touch places
    that should be out of reach

    I hide my awe as I look upon you
    while you rest in your pristine natural state
    I find myself marveling at your delicacy
    giving in when challenged by your strength

    With eyes closed I enjoy your taste
    smiling as it rolls over my tongue
    savoring that crisp feeling it leaves in my mouth
    sometimes sadden when I can have no more

    I have come to love and hate what you are
    the calmness you bring, the ugliness you hide
    When you are here, I long for you to go
    when you are gone, I wish for your return


    What a wonder you are ..freshly fallen snow.