My First Ball

As I walk through the doors of the hall, I am swept off my feet by such flare. When I think that tonight’s my first ball, How I blush thinking thoughts I don’t dare. Lovely music pours out of the room, And my hips sway beneath my pink gown. Mom’s eyes seek a potential bridegroom Dad’s eyes stop, my swaying with a frown. Ushered in the big room my eyes dance As they rush over grandeur so bright Chandeliers they brought over from France Fill the room bringing splendour and light On the sidelines I can’t help but stare Pretty walls lined with roses and vines Sweetest scents of Guerlains fills the air As the ladies and gents sip their wines. Fine madam’s gowns blend in with the walls And the heavenly ceiling divine Pastel angels and blue waterfalls Someone begs me to dance just in time. As we twirl on the dance floor I’m charmed Looking into his eyes, I turn red And I’m weak in this young man’s strong arms Looking up angels spin round my head. All too soon my first ball has to end Sweetest dreams I shall cherish tonight When I think of my newly found friend Just the thought of him brings such delight Anapest Trimeter Written by Brenda Meier-Hans 11.27.2014 Sponsor Isaiah Zerbst Contest: Ballroom Delights 1st place