Call of Distance

Call of Distance Distance mesmerizes Look close: Get surprises. Objects close or near-by mostly fail to catch eye. Things away always seem emitting shiny beam. Distant space attracts more. Astronauts to explore. Neighbor ocean ignored Aquanauts not adored. One-side river-bank sighs 'On other side joy lies.’ Friend beside, right, precise Yet not to realize. I traveled lot to see mountains, fountains and sea. Failed to appreciate beauty of dew droplet. Glistened on rose petal, glanced just accidental. 07/26/16 Re-edited on 07/26 / 21 First Place 'A Brian Strand July 24' Contest by Brian Strand