To Catch A Firefly

I saw a few lightning bugs on a walk today, and I also caught one or two. And I was reminded of my childhood days, when there were so many more. And inspired I became, and rushed home to write. And here it is now, a childhood delight.

There!

A flash of light!

Did you see it?

What is it?

My dear, it's a firefly!

Do you want one?

A little star for your room?

Go on then.

Let us search.

Look closely.

Try the darkest place.

There's always a twinkle there.

Always a light.

Did you see it?

Yes!

Now, carefuly walk to the spot.

Quickly though, don't want to lose it.

Oh dear.

Is it gone?

Well then, look again.

There!

Run towards it!

Now, keep your eye in the floating spot.

It blinked again!

Now!

Reach to it and snap it into your palm!

Now open it, and let it play.

It'll tickle, my dear, but let it explore your palm.

Now gently, put it into this jar.

Add some grass and leaves.

Don't forget to drill a few small holes!

See?

It's right at home!

Let's catch some more!

Because at night,

When they twinkle their little stars,

They'll guide you through your dreams.

Author's Note

It's told from a mother's point of view. She telling her child on how to catch one...

Reviews

[JohnL]

You made me wish we had fireflies in Britain. Very mature writing (in contrast to your bio).

This poem led me into a past - where I did live with firelies and was carefree and happy.
I'm sorry - I can't offer any advice on the poem at all - it is wonderful - but work on the bio - please.

[AaronPhobia]

a happy feeling I have felt reading this poem. It reminded me of the day in Arkansas when I would catch fireflys and rub the lighting part of their body on my shirt. It would kill them but I glowed in the dark!

-Aaron

[Reika]

I love the feeling it gave me when I read it!
A happy feeling, an exciting feeling, this is great! =)

[R.W. Blue]

wow........... this totally brought me back to those fun summer nights.....
this description is.......... incredible.
i love how you made them sound sorta like hope and stars......
bravo..............