Love Poem: Chimera

I really liked the poem we read in class. I was sensing a lot of strength in the poem because the author mentions lion and serpent which are powerful animals. I felt like the author used Chimera as a metaphor to symbolize two people becoming one but contributing their own uniqueness. The union is quite clear and shows externally but they both stand out in their own way like a chimera. All the animals on the Chimera bring their own abilities and talent to the "table". Same goes for a couple they help each other out, keep each other strong, and have something to contribute in to the relationship.