Enchanted

 

first one then another
shuffling in between
eyes rotating three hundred and sixty
behind, in front, and all around
one leg moves then the other
step this way then that
wondering who is watchin
guiding my path forward
while holding me behind,
layers of misgivings mount up
along both shoulders as
as through this wooded area I pass
formidable tree grow tall around me
blossoming bushes with dark leaves
eerie sounds whistle inbetween
darting here and there
ahead and behind...
these figures seen dancing by
at random intervals
mental chaos created in place calm
serene images upon first entering,
longing for the end but always
following the what path before me.

April 4, 2025