Behind Eyelids

Behind eyelids

Streaks and lines

Odd colours 

Swirl like lava lamps

Polka dots and dark spots

Behind eyelids

Is where I live

When the world grows

And I shrink

Then I shrink more

Yet I don't feel small

For it is where I find 

Comfort and belonging

I am Tall

Behind eyelids.

I dance in the colours

More purples and reds

I relax my furrowed brows

Let more blood rush in.

The face grows supple 

Not quite a smile

Not quite a frown

Behind eyelids

I am neutral 

Not obliged to express

Or deal

Behind eyelids

Another eye opens

A third 

Strong stares 

Beyond the streaks

Past the colours

The universe opens up

And so does my heart

A manifestation begins...

Behind eyelids

Inspired by meditations and moments of feelings centred...

Trishanna Persaud 

05/06/2017