Contours of Lasting Charisma

Springtime facade shines on convivial tapestry Monet’s luminous landscape of vibrant vivacity Within sparkling blue lagoon of dreaming eyes On luscious lips the petals of blooming lotus lie Painted on the satin canvas of cute countenance Designing narcissistic features of innate elegance With the hues of Dorian Gray syndrome subdued By pervading pride of indomitable youth imbued. On the withered canvas the wheels of time creep The spider of winter weaves web of wrinkle deep Weary eyes look forlornly at weathered wasteland Wilted lips lose luster of lotus once luringly grand Hedonist psyche refuses to accept the fated loss Even when time comes for the last mile to cross What is a face if not a metaphor for a panorama Snapshot shaped in contours of lasting charisma. _________________ May 1, 2022 For Contest Your Choice 2022 Sponsored by Brian Strand