Her appeal is universal
Something mysterious, enigmatic

Like the universe itself
She holds the secrets behind her eyes

The smile tantalizing in its awareness
But she will never say a word

To behold must be enough
To marvel and to wonder

The beauty of her poise.


Note: For those who are interested, check out Da Vinci's Mona Lisa here:
http: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MonaLisa


(Pre viously published in The Stellar Showcase Journal, Spring 2007 Issue)