clarahow

I.
she brings lipstick to
a sword fight; and oh my, she
wins by a long shot.

II.
starry heavens sway
with her favor; her
king kisses her feet.

III.
her voice fills the air
with color; she stirs up storms
to do her bidding.

IV.
her womb and wisdom
bear demises of kings; she
is alight; she schemes.

V.
he thinks he owns her;
she rules his iron throne with
flowers in her hair.