The Patient Dragon

Palisades, New Jersey 2024

Let me not feed my inner beast

My most magnificent and exquisite beast

I pray that cold shoulders will keep her dormant, stunted.

And frosts quell her thirst

Waiting for safety

Waiting until the time is right

My most profound and sublime self

My gentle and patient dragon

Your silent smiles,

Your secret joys,

Shall be your jewel cave

Save your fires

Save your blooms

For one day you will be free

© 2024 Marieke de Koker