Stringed Paper Cranes

the dance

I've seen you

dance--

such passion,

such bravery

before a mirror

toes and fingers graceful

limbs all flowy,

like a red ribbon

swaying to the wind, vividly

spell-bound to an

unknown tune

you danced with no cares

oblivious to whoever watched

you danced

each move a test, a dare

to stretch the limits

of your own spirit

you danced--

such passion

such bravery

such art.