Where She Stands

A wildflower stands erect Soaking in rays of radiance As the bees and townsfolk buzz And the wind sways in a slow dance Contentment is where she stands Until she spots something missing Among all the townsfolk talk She was bound to start listening Was in the clouds but now on land Leans in to get a better view A life involved with others But she doesn't know what to do Clueless but curious Tries to start a conversation In search of a smile Doesn't find it in rejection Caring but cautious Hoping to look approachable In search of a word Doesn't happen when you're invisible Confused and crushed World doesn't make much sense In search of a friend Everything is better in ignorance Laughter among all but her She hides her eyes in sorrow A life void of others No hope for tomorrow Disappointment is where she stands Teased by something she can't have Alone among a crowded crowd Her heart wounded by lonesome's stab A wildflower builds a wall Unsure if she can be saved Brick by brick is stacked Her own prison's being paved May 2010