Xmas Rhino

my rhino ran away
now he must bounce
between the branches
from the christmas tree
as if he were
a playful spirit
or a ghost that glows

my rhino was red
and had green spots
all over the body

whenever his presence
was felt in the air
the tree bent on its axis

he breathed very slowly
not to be noticed
like a star fruit
among the apples
his spots blinked
and they exuded joy...

PAR