" ODE TO MICHELLE KWAN "


You began as a Nation's Sweetheart
And quickly soared to legendary heights

You fulfilled your destiny many times over
Whenever you glorified the realm of the rink

You won the hearts of countless millions
All over the globe

And each and every one of those hearts
Is worth more
Than all the grand awards and medals
In the entire world

You will continue to win hearts eternally
Through the technological magic
Of digital videos of you
During your brightest performances

Your name and beautiful image
Will forever be synonymous
With the elegant art of figure skating

The world became like a precious pearl
When you graced your blades across the ice

The Heavens paused to adore you
Every time you danced upon the light
Like A mystical Goddess
Of incomparable grace and form

And just by being your wonderful self
With pure Love and devotion to the art
You singlehandedly inspired
The life-long ambitions of more individuals
Than you could possibly imagine

You have reached the highest mountain
You have earned the brightest crown
It shines like a guiding beacon
To welcome and encourage others
To join the royal court

And no measure of physical distress
Can ever diminish the intensity
Of your celestial brightness

You generously enriched the lives
Of each and every one of your admirers
And you did it all
Without ever asking for anything in return

Thank You, Michelle Kwan

We Will Always Cherish You










Zaw Vyx
2-14-06