Elephant/Woman

The earth trembles 

As I glide by;

A light foot

And a heavy hitter. 

Brambles can't scratch

Though they try;

My skin is tanned leather tough

And an angel's soft glitter. 

Delicate lady fingers

That bend iron, yet shy. 

Voice that drags avalanches

And a bluejays twitter. 

I may look small and frail

as though each rising breath will fail. 

But don't let your caution e'er slack. 

I am a woman, elephant backed.

Thanks to Jennifer for this Saturday's inspiration, "Elephant on my back."