Monday, October 7, 2013

Day 7 - OctPoWriMo 2013: Evolution





Today's poem was inspired by my observations of the traditionally-prescribed life for young girls in Mexico.

Evolution


Rebozo-wrapped

cheek pressed to spine

the babe breathes in her mother’s scent

comforted

safe

secure

she rests in peaceful slumber




Be-ribboned pigtails

swing while skipping

the girl holds her mother’s hand

comforted

safe

secure

she dances through carefree days




A formal dress

drapes and flows around her

the teen grasps her companion’s arm

awkward

nervous

insecure

she falters into womanhood