I watched its progress
with great interest,
as it pranced across
my lawn stylishly,
blowing with the wind.
It seemed much lighter
than its other mates,
still fastened to trees.
Of course they swayed too,
but, not the same way.
The yellowed beauty
moved about quickly,
up down and sideways.
I tried to grab it,
unsuccessfully.
In real life too,
we often chase dreams
that are out of reach,
instead of nurturing
those within our reach.