Cactus Heart

You would assume I am thirsty in this dire heat, Or that my needles would cause others to quickly retreat, You would conclude that my flowers were only for show Or that if someone didn’t water me I would never grow, But what you don’t see in plain eye sight Is that I am flourishing with waters of integrity and might, Under these thorns you call choked up defenses Breeds the strength to survive all forms and pretenses, To you I require little maintenance… but I know better, I know how to absorb all I need in good and bad weather, For I was strategically placed in this atmosphere, All I need dwells in my structure enabling me to stay clear Of beasts that lurk when sandstorms arise, When mirages start to mesmerize, When signs and wonders appear in fallen skies, And soldiers forget to break ancient soul ties, I stand my post and flaunt my spikes, A cactus heart survives all flights. By: Sabina Nicole Written: In a Very dry Place Contest: Forgot