A Rose for Alison (c)

Go, fierce death, please go.
(Schubert, "Death of a Maiden")

O you of fresh talent,

on the blush of youth,

taken from us too soon,

too soon.

Innocent, and brimming 

with enthusiasm,

your image captivated millions

as we witnessed your savvy

and skill,

so keen for one so young,

Slain
    cut
                    down.

Shame 

for the one who did this

to you, to us, to the world.

You had the sweetest and 

most comprehensive soul

hewed from a heart of gold.

Shine on, in truth and beauty.

by Dana Stone