Ode to Rufus

An Ode to Rufus - by Melissa

Rufus, Rufus burning bright,

thee are a star now in the night.

A glorious hand and immortal eye,

framed thy fearful symmetry.

The fates conspired and thee were 

cast from the realm where freedom reigns.

Yet, fortunes turned and thee were 

allayed into hands of love

and to those who could afford thee warmth.

Fire burnt in thine eyes. 

Thy heart beat and thrust you joyfully,

into our lives with love and support 

for thee throughout thy time here on this earth.

Alas, the stars threw down their spears, 

and we watered the heavens with our tears. 

As fate turned yet again and,

thee was taken from our arms.

Yet, pain no more, and thee are now free

as thee was meant to be.

Rufus, Rufus burning bright,

Thee will forever be a glorious star in the night.

Thy fearful symmetry remains to always guide

those wandering in the forests of the night.