The Two Lives of Mary

The entirety of the universe radiates from her eyes. 

Cutting clarity springs from her lips, escaping her clattering teeth. 

Her enticing smile secures her next victim;
 his heart no longer within his control. 

Is it her beauty that draws him to her? Her confident posture?
Daring stance? 

The way the light dances about within the air that surrounds her? 

Her illuminated kindness envelopes her with warmth 

while the coolness of her cunning electrifies the particles of 

their overlapping special tensions.
Yet the greater intrigue lies with her retreat.

Folding herself neatly as she reclines, eyes intently focused on 

the non-existent something fluttering within her mind.

 Her face reflects serenity. An ethereal peace blankets her, 

the lovely lilly of elegance and grace unfurled.
What human hands could hold her? 

What worldly plans could mold her? 

The most anyone could hope for is a glimpse into her soul.