River

River

Do I dare

Step off this edge

Into propensity?

Dare I chance a break of heart

possibility?

You’re pulling my hands

And my heartstrings too

I want to give in

And say yes to you.

But It’s safe right here

On the river’s side

I won’t get swept up

And tossed aside

By water’s whim

Or your callus gaze

When no longer am I

Your toy to play

I tried it once

And nearly drowned

Once bit, twice shy,

I prefer the ground.

DRH

Copyright Donna R Hedges 2021