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Rapunzel by Taeryn
I never knew I was different
From the moment I was born
Crystal clear memory
Recalling longings for green
They’re just memories
Doesn’t everyone remember?
I never knew it was odd
From the flight through the forest
Tangled in sheets and red faced
No breaths for the wicked
She’s strong like that
Can’t everyone do that?
I never knew she was evil
From the first smile I glimpsed
Tender for my being
Her protective walls stable me
I’m cocooned in stone
Wasn’t everyone so kept?
I never knew different faces
From the first mirror I screamed at
Frightened and crying
Growing to appreciate
I’m myself and she’s herself
Isn’t that logical?
I never knew the tree back
From the vast forest I viewed
Longing for supporting branches
Animals hidden within
They’re grateful for freedom
Isn’t that life lower than me?
I never knew the blank sky
From my fingertips to the eves
Anxious for some specks of light
Sun glinting and stars glimmering
They’re too far to touch
Is everything so distant?
I never knew stories had power
From the first words I read
Phrases leaping to recount tales
Knowledge pouring from books
They’re precious to learn
Can there be more?
I never knew men were real
From the moment he called
Voice deeper than my witch
Lies falling from his lips
He’s deviously kind to me
What do I do?
I never knew it was true
From views of kingdoms
People living in flocks
Ideas and passions
They’re so lucky to be free
May I join them some day?
I never knew how words can hurt
From the spite in her eyes
Tears running in droves
Apologies for mistaken meetings
She’s too angry to reason
Can I wait any longer?
I never knew ropes were so tough
From the tower top to the ground
Braids thick and heavy on the wall
Hair brushing my ears
He’s too late and she’s all gone
Can I continue on?
I never knew freedom tasted so sweet
From the earth to the sky
No prince to wait for
Just myself to fight for
I’ve everything to do and learn
What words can describe this joy?
I never knew
But now
I know
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