Sealife

 

i

From the deep and ancient depths

watery kings survey their realm -

in swift or loitered passes.

Curiosity draws them to the curious;

looking out or looking in

we share inquiry.

Though our worlds are different

the glass has us ensnared.

 ii

Beyond the pane

gossamer parachutists

dance in briny skies.

Light and airy

in faerie ballet

they pulse and wave

to silent undulations.

From pastel parasol

they trail their sting -

for beauty 

has its price.

 

iii 

Roarless these lions roam

magnificent with feathered scales,

royalty in jungled seas.

Menace and splendour

effortlessly searching

and stunning to view.