It it as images of summer drift
Deeper down into sinking darkness
A realisation of your beauty
Almost symmetrical to a once vibrant jewell
Shines through my thoughts.
Your distinct characteristics
So well-known to me, as my own
Have began to rust, rub away, tarnish;
As your metallic shards melt
With the death of the auburn air.
Chemical restraints to your natural spark
Hold you like no-one ever has before
Although scared of the consequences
You cannot escape its safety.