A Piece of Purple

A Piece of Purple
By Quizmo LaGrande

I found a piece of purple
Lying in the sand,
A simple stone of purple
From a far off, mystic land.

It glimmered once to call me,
A wink to say "I'm here!"
Not bigger than my thumbnail
But beckoned me come near.

I gazed and wondered just how far
This darling stone has traveled;
From kingdoms' treasures long ago
Fair maidens did it dazzle?

Across how many seas and lands
While polished glazed and handsome,
A gem cherished cut fine and true
Stolen, thieved and ransomed?

And now upon the morning tide
This amethyst did ride
To enchant yet me, another
One who's bound to see its pride.

Of all the many rocks and stones
I walk upon each day
This lovely piece of purple
Sought to brighten up my way!