The Death Of Saint Mark

Arches to infinity.
A distant destiny.
Death, and mystery.
An ancient walking tradgedy.

Silk on the checked floor.
Soft on marble.
Red and brown.
Screams as women fall.

The body found.
Grasping at ground.
Holding a frond of green life.
He is dead.

Hand to God, reaching.
Hand to head.
He is dead.

© Mark Sheeky. Permission is required for reproduction.