was the one about leaving
the caves. Outside,
there was a forest full of irises
and violets and roses.
I did not travel far
from the mouth of the cave,
but I did collect herbs
to crush under my mortar
and pestle to see what happened,
combining them with ambrosia
or nectar to eat and drink.
Once I turned my feet turquoise
by drinking a concoction of herbs,
and Styx had to help turn them back
to the colour they naturally were.
I took meat to Cerberus,
which my kitchen provided,
for it was blessed with the ability
to provide anything I ever needed,
each pot filled with what I desired.
I played with Cerberus all the time.
I carefully used Styx’s waters
in my strange flower potions.
I stole Styx’s wine
and even shared some
with Charon when he came by
to play dice
or tell me stories.
And still, I wantedmore.
There is only so long an immortal child
