The Balloon
The last one in the packet,
You blow it up, hold it aloft,
Admiring the transformation
That you have brought about;
The kiss of life
The gift of hope
An air of grace
Your life, your hope, your air
So easy to damage
Burst pop bang:
Hear your breath escape,
The silent song it sang.
Copyright © Abi Morgan | Year Posted 2013
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