Evanescence

A shimmering phenomenon
bestowed with a panache of shades
hovering rather unsteadily, as if doubtful-
does it deserve a place in the sky?
Does it deserve to shine against the endless blue,
competing with the floating clouds-
pure white, glinting light
So it scintillated with a soft, tremulous glow-
formed from the shards of water
akin to freshly cut diamonds,
that had been penetrated by the golden rays
emanating from the stately orb
hanging serenely from the tapestry of the sky
A delightful arc, a harmony of hues
blending together so immaculately-
creating wonder, joy and beauty
effortlessly and thanklessly
It cut an arch across the sky, through the white
across boundaries, borders, minds
reaching the admiring eyes of all
Yet- it is hopelessly subdued, mellow-
susceptible to disappearing with every blink
A light drizzle, a sudden squall
could mean the demise of this gift of color
How poignantly ephemeral, how pitifully rare,
deigning to appear once in a blue moon
when nature’s forces blend in a euphony
of charm, hope and love-
arrives the melody of a rainbow