hidden quietly in darkness
created dull and rough
 with points of knowledge
 exposed at last
 after years
 of polished thoughts


reflecting brightness
 uniquely chiseled
 adorned with experience
 each faceted turn
 giggles
in rainbow ribbons


clearly flawless
to me
bouncing with gems of wisdom
often revealing a joyful setting
brimming
in dusty magical dreams


melting icy mountains
with endurance
and jewel-like laughter
glittering with radiant diplomacy
flashes instantly
into a prism smile


brilliant bouncing rainbows
play on the ceiling
of my heart


your warm sleeping nearness
delightful in this moment
dances on my dawn!

Virginia J. Poli
February 3, 2000