Forbidden Fruit Jane Gonzalez-M eyer She was a young blossom, untouched and so pure Not aware of the danger that lurked in her presence His subtle intentions; evil and manipulative to the core He slowly grinned, a snake prepared to encompass its prey He showered her with compliments, making empty promises She was hesitant, remembering the one rule she shouldn’t disobey “What a silly girl,” he’d say, “Just like a child, obviously too afraid” She felt the sting of teasing at her expense; sudden interest in the challenge He became persistent and forceful, “How courageous and powerful you could be” His coercive words slid slyly into her mind and the blossom succumbed to his appealing request She felt limitless and a burst of freedom; the serpent allowed a cunning grin to slip Disgust and insecurity swept over her being, and in a panic she sought his aid But he slithered away, leaving her exposed and stripped of innocence The blossom was tainted; purity no longer existed
26 Inscape 2014