She's Only Seventeen



She's only seventeen
Eyes of warm blue ice…  
a sky with clouds of pearl
Kindness peeks out, 
empathy for the whole world
Ebony lashes, concealing,
revealing, in a graceful fan
Flickering glimpses of
 this strong woman within
Youth plumps and smooths
 dandelion dusted skin, 
That only glows a golden bronze 
when the sun's shinin’.

Hair, a long and straight
 arrow down her back
Sometimes it's a rich brown, 
sometimes blue, or black
Not interested in pink satin
 or frilly, white lace
But she loves to have shiny jewels
 to decorate her face
 Inside this stunning shell, 
behind all the bling,
Lies a mind full of deep thoughts, 
a heart that's known pain

Yet she laughs without boundaries,
 she will always dance in the rain
My heart and soul, my beloved, 
She's only seventeen.

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Daniel Henry Rodgers

March 13, 2025 at 7:43 AM

Dear Crystol, It is funny the first thing that popped into my head when I read the Title was the Beatles song that starts out "She was Just 17". Crystol what a beautiful tribute to your lovely daughter. I love your endearing descriptions of her eyes, lashes, and hair for the artistically paint a loving portrait. Your amazing poetry captures both her youthful beauty and her deep, empathetic spirit. It's so touching and a beautiful celebration of her uniqueness at seventeen. She must love it!! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Crystol Woods

March 14, 2025 at 4:31 AM

Ha! That's a good song! The one in my head is Abba, Dancing Queen(young and sweet only seventeen). Thank you for the kindness of your review! Xo