Junefly
JD Del Rey
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The mayfly spends years
As a nymph: Swimming.
It blooms for one day,
And takes magnificent flight,
Without mouth or stomach,
In its final molting form.
We bemoan its short
Moment of glory,
But at thirty-nine I now
Envy even this
Minute on the wing.
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“A faithful, and ever inquisitive wild companion, of much heart and patience.” – JD Del Rey
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JD Del Rey is a writer gratefully based between NYC, Madrid, and Paris. You can find JD’s poetry published in journals, and four collections available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/author/jddelrey JD’s website can be found at: https://jddelrey.com/
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