Mirage

A shimmering mirage,

Born of heat.

Tempting the heart

Of wishes incomplete.

The thirsty heart,

Parched and dry;

Rushes to the barrier,

Heartened and high.

Blooming hope -

An oasis come true.

Can one cope

While passing through?

Broken wishes;

Crushed out hope.

Never again to dare,

Forlorn and lost.