Amethyst Bed
written by: Angel Edwards
@vancouverAngel
child sleeps
inside
an amethyst
she has no mouth
no lips to kiss
Four glass stairs
lead to the outside
her world ashine
under a half moon
topaz bushes
illuminate
ancient fountain
in the centre
flowing water
forever
propels
a rainbow stream
she scoops some water
into her boneless hand
as she breathes in
the magic water
ghost friend jack
becomes visible
she attempts
as always in vain
always to his laughter
to embrace
to touch
she cannot
Jack is dressed up
like a king
crooked crown
velvet purple cloak
trailing
Jack has no eyes
his vision is wise
neither would fall in love
innocent child love only
best friends
child ghosts
Angel Edwards
Angel Edwards is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, published writer of three books of poetry. She has performed around Vancouver and Canada for the past 40 years as a singer songwriter solo guitar and voice. Her original music is folk pop rock with an undercurrent of blues and country. Long time member of BMI, SOCAN , AFM League of Canadian Poets. Her song "Save The Planet" was included on the benefit CD "Rock For America" track 10 Online Records NY NY 2001.
Latest posts by Angel Edwards (see all)
- Stone Angel - March 14, 2023
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