ANAM FD May. 2015 | Page 119

A Glorious Day Anonymous The red flower poked out of the darkness to greet me, Its radiant beams emanating pleasure and warmth. As my obscure vision became more clear and vivid, I peered outside my window, Finding myself fazing at a glorious day. Without a thought in the world, I strolled along my mother’s garden, Soon finding myself encompassed by flowers of all different hues, And trees that swayed to a constant rhythm. The warm summer breeze brushed past my face, Bring a floral fragrance so sweet that I giggled in utter delight. The delicate butterflies and bees danced with grace, Accompanied by the birds’ melodious voices, Resonating throughout the entire neighborhood streets. I marveled at the glorious world surrounding me, In awe of the beauty I was beholding. Upward I soared on the swings, My feet grazing the azure sky and touching the heavens. Freedom never felt more wonderful. My imagination steered me in any direction it desired. One day I was a bird, gracefully gliding across the sky. Another day I was sliding blissfully on Saturn’s rings, Viewing earth from a distance. When the sweet aroma of homemade apple pie wafted into my nostrils, The illusions faded and slowly back to reality I returned. My stomach urged, pleaded, and prayed, 119