The luminosity of her eyes
Accentuated by the trace of tears
Told much of her hope’s demise
The realization of her many fears

Of un-requited love given freely
Pure and clear as a finely cast bell
Higher than one can hope to see
Springing from an everlasting well

Of un-appreciative, selfish lovers
Each, who easily cast their spell
On the simple, trusting maiden
Who loved easily but not too well

The weight of disappointment
Did nothing to reduce her faith
That someday in her search to find
She will find a faithful soul-mate

Dolan Fernandes
2008