~Charlie Hood, Class of 2033

What lies in the box 

Next to the socks

In the untouched attic 

Under the clocks

Where does it come from 

And who has it seen?

Is it old

Or is it gold…? 

Stories from the past?

A windy day that fills the mast

A tale of lions grazing grass

Or the old runners shoes that placed him last 

A story of war

A bloody core

A family secret 

A feathered egret

A box for tools 

That’s full of jewels 

A rusty trap

A dirty cap

A boxers glove 

Letters of love 

A pirates peg 

A turkey’s leg 

What lies in the box 

Next to the socks

In the untouched attic 

Under the clocks?