Carnival
by Kristen Brown
Beautiful chaos filled the land
once upon a time
when logic lapsed
and reason waned
life became a carnival ride
All you know
when all you dream
turns upon dyne
the realization of what’s meant to happen
makes you feel the most alive
Clouds depart
and such sweet sorrow
spirits uplifted
with thoughts upon tomorrow
To have the freedom, fancy, folly
dancing around dim-lit lantern light
lacking typical poise and stern demeanor
to the chrysanthemums’ delight
Can the spirit hark
a fair maiden’s
faithful voice
Do you intend
surrender or give in
really not much of a choice
And when you’ve accustomed to the disturbance
again they must depart
But ye must not
no never forget
The carnival will return one day
To the home you’ve set in your heart.