Diamond

this diamond I wear

dark-sparkling, earth-born

durable and heavy

it's a romantic lump

of carbon grit

mined and faceted 

setting manufactured

by a global consortium

it's a complex thing

not nearly as transparent

as my heart.

Author's Note

Hiya! Thanks for reviewing my work, any suggestions are appreciated!

Reviews

[cheyenne s garcia]

i loved reading this. excellent work.

[Andrew John]

A diamond and your heart. Ah, yes. Lovely thought.

[Elyne Knight]

Thank you very much Andrew!

[Chris Shaw]

Diamonds are complex. They look beautiful in a ring. I doubt that many who wear diamonds give much thought as to how they form. Nice idea for a poem.

Chris

[Elyne Knight]

Thank you Chris! Things that are both symbols and physical objects always intrigue me.

[Kelly Scheppers]

"...it's a complex thing
not nearly as transparent
as my heart."

The brevity of your words well accomplish your intent to wow this reader. I love it!

[Elyne Knight]

Thank you very much Kelly!

[JMaster1]

another great poem , only sensitive eyes , heart would notice the little things as you do,
Thake them to your own world

[Elyne Knight]

You are too kind, I am well known for being super insensitve! But I appreciate the encouragement, so thank you very much!