Poetry Pick

CIRCLES OF ICE by G.W. Down

Along the shore are posted Floating circles of ice, Some of them perfect rings, forged and set with Constant tone and exact diameter. Others are elliptical – Their oval frames stretching, Decked with crystalline rime, to cast bright charm Against the inky darkness of the lake – A seizing cold Rorschach test That conjures dreams and moods More malleable, more open to the warmth Which would cascade from melting heart and lips If you'd consent, doff your glove, Permit me take your hand. From Tower Poetry, Volume 61 #1 Summer Edition 2012

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