A Pocket Watch
By Lu Yan J
Published 10 September 2018
A rusty French Horn,
abandoned long ago.
An intricate carved statue,
like a fine Renaissance painting.
A tarnished, ticking timepiece,
like coffee without the sugar.
The cool metal chains,
jangle as they are put on.
A diamond, a memory, a story,
with misfortunes and golden moments.
A peacock pocket watch,
shining with pride and hope.