The Globe

Creamy and old
like an old wedding dress,
luminous marble cradled in angel-wings

White feathers engraved,
yet smooth and easy to hold,
it looks joyful and perfect,
angelic harmony
yet silent like the baby inside.

Angel wings cradle a baby
with peaceful care
and the baby is warm with love.

Mysterious history beyond
the dresser of my great Nana.