Dancers

The dancer at the shore
Rolling in foam, footprints in the sand, blending into the cliff face.

The dancer in the studio
The barre, mirrors, piano, pianist, blisters.

The dancer on stage
Audience anticipation.

The dancer in the landscape
Trees, nature, autumn leaves, birdsong, passersby.

The dancer in the castle grounds
Sunshine, tourists, applause.

The dancer at home
Music, fun, lovers twirl around the kitchen.

The dancer through the child's eyes 
That's my mummy on stage.


Helen West