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Monday, January 23, 2012

3, 4 0R 5-TOED DRAGON

Poem by Charles Frederickson; Graphic by Saknarin Chinayote 

 
Year of the Dragon roars
In breathing glows-in-the-dark spitfire flames
Consumed by pulsating solar energy
Before being swallowed into oblivion

Everything old becomes new again
Recycled wishes given second chance
Shining example experiencing daily rebirth
Propitious omen foreboding divine spirit

Yesterday’s realities become tomorrow’s fantasies
Past Present Future trading places
Time-warp distorting what you see
Isn’t actually probably never was

Dreams within dreams awakening overnight
Consciousness clutching security blanket comforter
Stuffed downy pillows passionate moments
Consoling blissful suffering eternal love

Legendary mythical creature that laid
No eggs had no young
Can heal itself if injured
Salty teardrops healing mortal wounds

5-toed fifth Chinese Zodiac Sign
4-toed Korean soaring 3-toed Japanese
Golden phoenix claws clutching pearl
Auspicious symbol signifying celestial happiness


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