The astronaut who once dreamed
Of milky galaxies spread
Like jewels on the velvet sheath of space
Now finds himself longing for
The green veld of his fathers
And a firm ground that pulls him
Into an embrace that says:
He is loved and too precious to be let go of.
RED GLADIOLA 
Stunning and thought-provoking piece.
Thanks, Noora! =)
Your poetry is lovely. I’m so glad you found mine so I could find yours.
Thanks! The feeling is mutual. =)