Hallway to Nowhere

Tag: separation

  • Integument (Poem For Feb 23-PouncePunk Art Challenge)

    This fragile skin encloses us all.

    A tender veil of different hues shelters each from harm.

    Pierce it, and the results come regardless of appearance.

    A common membrane ensures our well-being.

    And yet. This also defines us.

    We do not see another living being that is just like us.

    We focus on the myriad manifestations of this mortal wrap.

    You are this because. I am that because. We are not alike.

    Judgement and separation. We have built our world hence.

    Can we learn to undo this? To realize our selfsameness?

    Remake the swords of disconnection into ploughshares of compassion.

    Remove the veil of ignorance that prevents clear sight.

    Everyone and all things shine with the same pure light.

    Teach your children well.

  • Farewell (Poem)

    I shook the gossamer web of our connection

    Gently as a feather lands.

    Despite my efforts, you heard a roar

    Louder than thunder

    And felt the percussive tremors

    Of a violent quake.

    I do not know how to communicate with you.

    My words fall into a well of silence.

    I hear no echo, no return, and have no way

    To gauge their impact.

    For your sake and for mine,

    I will no longer navigate this darkened terrain.

    You have no more need for these invisible walls.

    I wish you all happiness.