Campfire
Restless dancers lifted the dark veil
Surrounding the circular stage
With their sprightly dance,
Warming all who saw.
Brought to life with a single spark
That blossomed and grew,
They leapt and swayed
Each higher than the last.
The amiable audience
Held small offerings out
Of soft, plump marshmallows -
A stake through their heart.
Engulfed eagerly,
Fiery hands flared blue
'Till the offering withdrew -
Burning grip banished.
Those once lively dancers -
Their life burned so bright
'Till a crystalline river flowed
And dancers put to rest.
~ Stormix_
