her regal height
forever crouched
stumbling, over
invisible pavement spikes
my favourite
conversationalist wonder
hours, travelling every tropic
with varied topics
unyielding backbone, scaffolding
unshakable, survival instincts
layered over a sponged, compassionate core
busily absorbing her life’s storms;
routines comforts, her delights
lifelong stable friendships as treasures
her purpled heart’s tattered covers
forced to survive, behind distances - curtains
memories aplenty
of bright laughter’s energy
bloodline loyalty
forging, ever-sweet melancholy
warmth, gift wrapped
within spirited boldness
anointed, an African princess
by her deeds: of intuitive kindness
© L. B. Mek
August 2018