The Ruby Reds

• Prompt: Red provided by Jessica M.

• Written on June 6th, 2024

Amidst a sea of ruby hues where fire meets the sky

In the land of scarlet whispers where bold dreams fly

There lies a world of wonder where red reigns supreme

Where hearts beat like drums in a whimsical, crimson stream.

Animals and species roam and wonder the Earth underneath the heat of the fiery sun.

The Red Coral often called reef builders sit in the ocean.

Lobsters walk along the ocean floor

While the crabs scurry along the sandy beaches.

The ladybug flies to and from leaves

As the Northern Cardinals sing melodies from the branches.

The adorable Red Pandas endangered due to poachers and deforestation

Happily munch on bamboo.

The Red-veined Darter, a dragonfly who lives in shallow ponds

 flying back and forth from lily pads and flowers.

Blood-red Gliders, fruit eating butterflies found within Central Africa.

Red Howler monkeys native to South America

Often seen swinging from trees

And comminating through windy, roaring sounds

Frightening to humans.

From the red animals that roam the Earth to the food that we eat.

Juicy cherries that can be found in cherry pie or in cherry limeade.

Tomatoes a berry fruit located within salads, salsa, sauces, and in sandwiches.

Chilies that offer a spicy heat to foods such as soups, salads, sauces, and ramen.

Sweet apples within applesauce, apple pie, or cobbler and in drinks like apple juice.

The fragrant sweet strawberries we love to eat and drink

Within smoothies, pies, cheesecakes, candy, and more.

The hand and lip staining fruit of Pomegranate.

Radishes eaten raw or in salads and soups.

Often known as the Southern cookout fruit

the Watermelon is sweet, juicy, and rich in antioxidants.

Delicious foods grow among the blooming flowers and plants.

Prominent Zinnias

Dramatically beautiful Gerbera Daisies

Sparkling bright Amaryllis

Blooming Begonias

Courageous and lively Hibiscus

Heart symbolizing Lotus

Christmasy Poinsettias

Tolerating and uniting Maple Leaf

The Red Rose that symbolizes.

Love, romance, and passion.

The ruby reds can also be found showcasing

 the emotions and color of love and passion

 in the creatives arts and holidays.

The main theme color of Valentine’s Day

And seen throughout the holiday

In the forms of cards, roses, candies, and more.

One of the main colors of Christmas

Seen in the Christmas season

In Santa’s suit, Christmas lights, candy canes, candies, ornaments and more.

Red also serves as a symbolic color of the Fourth of July celebration in the United States

Seen in the fireworks, food, party supplies, and most important in the flag.

It presents confidence, beauty, and strength

 when a dancer wears the color and in the dance Tango.

Various shades of red can be seen adorning the covers of romance and even paranormal books like Dracula by Bram Stroker or in the tile like Red Rising by Pierce Brown.

Associated with superhero characters of Superman and Captain America

Or vigilantes like Daredevil and the Punisher.

As well as seen in tv show and movie characters

Clifford the Big Red Dog, Elmo, and Mushu.

To game characters

Mario, Knuckles, and Angry Birds.

The creative arts are home to wide array of fiery and passionate holidays and characters.

Scarlet threads weave tales of aging with grace

Beauty blooms in every rosy smile on each face

A celebration of birth in fiery bursts of light

As we dance through the flames embracing the night.

In this crimson tapestry adulthood finds it place

Through adversity and love we navigate with grace

Like flaming phoenixes soaring above the earthy grounds

We embrace our true selves in the vibrant sounds.

Bathed in warmth like the water in the lakes and pool in the summer from the sun’s caress

We harvest strength in this scarlet wilderness.

Courage pulses through veins painted red with desire

As we explore new beginnings and rise even higher.

So let us raise a toast to this journey we are on

In the realm of crimson dreams where we all belong.

May our hearts stay bold and our spirits brightly burning

Guided by the reddest star that lights up the night sky.