Eyes of Wonder

Staring back at me

By Amber PaulisonPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read

I yearn to see her

Deep, like the ocean waters

Staring back at me

About the Creator

Amber Paulison

she/her

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Kris Griffith3 years ago
Love and longing both captured in your beautiful poem.

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