1. The crescent moon appears, barely to be seen
Like a drinking cup with cracked and broken rim

2. As though a sandal strap whose thong gave way
Exposing trod on heel rubbed raw and grim

3. The bright flower leads while he follows behind
Across the sky its pollen he pursues

4. As when an arrow arcs back from its bow
Gleaming point thrusts forth amid the blues