Monarch and Mulberry
the Metamorphoses blamed it
for the death of lovers
who met under its branches for suicide
the Old Testament believes
blood from its fruit
triggered war elephants
to do battle against Jews
wings peppered with color
fold together when at rest
ancient artists who became inspired
made them immortal in stone
insecta we share with flowers
now praying to be left alone
Copyright © Ricky Muse | Year Posted 2025
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