The Same Splendor

It was a timeless splendor that she brought
During my early youth.
But, like all else,
It grew dim.

And now once more I see the same
Old splendor sharply intensified
At the conclusion of
My years.

It is another woman as
Luminous as before.
Hedonistic, brilliant,
Sophisticated,

Irrevocably mundane.
The same glowing light
Is filtered thru her skin.
The same....sweet smile!
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