Wrap a scarf of fringe and sequins around

your thinking mind. Movement does not originate

where it appears. One quick contraction traces

a vibration trail like steam whisp from a volcano.

Frame an internal isolation with your hands

and your eyes to draw the viewers’ gaze.

Make it look easy, layering lifts, drops, level

changes, undulations. Float your ribs above

figure eight hips, weight shifts, toes lift.

Lifted wrist or dipped elbow signals a turn

and the other dancers pause and pivot,

in the heat of stage lights. Strike your pose,

and then all fades to black.