the sun grazes you with her fingertips
and longs to hold you
closer for longer
warmth

she dances between your eyes
a promiscuous butterfly
giggling as she spins
light

the wind shares her secrets with you
like fresh polaroids
dressing slowly
breath

her knee brushes yours in the grass
a moment of courage
and of peace
comfort

the cloud gazes fondly at your curls
blushing gently as her wishes
are wrapped in locks
hope

she basks in your morning glow
seeing rainbows in the shade
of your tree
care

i watch the garden worship you
how deserving you are
you don’t know yet
love

Claire Li is an 11th grade student at Shanghai American School Puxi who is passionate about books, psychology, music, and politics. She loves public speaking, writing, and opportunities to share her interests with others.