Song/Poem of the Day

Summary

The content is a reflective poem titled "Lizard," which draws parallels between the attributes of a lizard and personal growth, relationships, and the mystical aspects of life.

Abstract

The poem "Lizard" by Suzanne Mondoux, published on May 1, 2020, uses the lizard as a metaphor for adaptability, resilience, and the ability to navigate life's challenges. It speaks to the lizard's symbolism of good luck and its keen night vision as protective qualities against life's uncertainties. The poet recounts an encounter with a lizard, considering it a divine blessing and an omen of good fortune. The poem explores the lizard's diverse colors and global presence, questioning whether one is more solitary or social, and invites the lizard, a representation of a cherished person, to come closer and share in a dance of life. The lizard is celebrated as a source of vitality and the subject of the poet's affection and folklore.

Opinions

The lizard is seen as a symbol of rebirth and the magical ability to survive and thrive.
The poet feels a spiritual connection and a sense of being watched over by divine powers upon encountering the lizard.
The poem suggests that, like lizards, people can be either territorial or sociable, and the poet seems to appreciate the social nature of the lizard they address.
The lizard's nocturnal nature and ability to see in the dark are admired as qualities that offer protection and insight in life.
The poet expresses a deep affection for the lizard, equating it to a loved one who brings joy and energy into their life.
The lizard is personified as a dance partner and a central figure in the poet's personal mythology or storytelling.

Lizard

Your internal power to rebirth You’re the magical creature to your own survival Like a lizard you are good-luck with your sneaky ways Your good night vision protects against the unseen thing in life

When you crossed my path my attention was on you I knew then I was blessed by the divine powers that be, it seems You’re of every colour imaginable to my life Such a lizard can be found all over the world But there you were on my path

Some are territorial, others easily live with others Which of the two are you Are you a social lizard Will you shed your skin with me

Night lizard you’re my kind of everything I shine the light on you and I see right through you You turn me on with the way you move Dance closer to me

As anyone ever cared for what you like You generate the life in me You’re most visible in the night light Lizard you easily see left and right You saw me coming, you see us coming

From any direction lizard I’m yours Tonight and forever Come dance with me, come closer You’re the folklore of my story

I love you so, my night lizard Come closer, give me life

Suzanne Mondoux 1 May 2020

Song/Poem of the Day — Lizard

Lizard