The Leopard's Vigil

An Original Poem by Anastasia E. Harper. There's not much to say about this one, but it was written when I was lonely.

The leopard wanders through a bleak, snowy land,

searching for something to make her existence whole.

Her two, azure, fathomless mirrors

reflect the deepest desires lurking within my soul.

A gentle breeze wraps its arms around the lonely beast

and bestows a loving kiss upon its lonely brow.

Snowflakes dance like a pair of ignorant lovers,

carefree and heedless of the world's troubles.

The leopard perches on a rocky outcrop,

silently watching the mountainous terrain.

A single raven caws, a cry echoing off time.

Why can the world not be free of loneliness and pain?

Reviews

[Noiz]

I was floored by this poem. I thought it was an immaculate, powerful representation of isolation and loneliness. Each line was thoughtfully constructed and immersive. This was a great poem, lovely work.