beat a conumdrum

To be an independent person
is that even a goal?
in puzzle of humanity, all pieces interdependent…
Or overthink, think, think it and become co-dependent
when one marries you are
ONE
whole/half holey
person; impersonate or get personal
flesh will mesh, soles mate
(maybe, baby—by wearing each other’s shoes)
but if it don’t fit…it pinches!
walk it out anyway
or choose friendship only, still grow old lonely
i wonder who/whom we really DEPENDS (trademark) on ?!

risky either way and
“we’re out of your size,” says shoe sales person.
Repeat after Dr. Seuss: “A person’s a person, no matter how small!”

Grace hosts a descort prompt at dVerse Poets. The word descort comes from the idea of discordia or disagreement. Variations in rhythm, rhyme, stanza shape, language, or voice reflected tension and emotional conflict within the poem itself. The traditional themes of the descort are inner turmoil, emotional conflict, and unrequited love.

relational theology

 

work is not the curse

cultural mandate to serve

as garden stewards

 

observe sabbath rest

cease work, rest mind, worship, feast

to restore one’s soul

 

creation frolics

play is good theology

praise Lord of the dance

 

kindred spirits touch

in friendship’s heart commitment

soul intimacy

 

study the scripture

engage thinking brain in church

inspired intellect

 

time for refreshment

spirit’s story of kingdom

what if “myth” is true?

 


Senryu series based on Pastor John Lee’s “refreshment” sermon series.

triple treat

 

The evening after

tasseled and thirsty cornfields

drink three inches rain,

 

Trio of stars fall

as August meteor show

streaks the southern skies;

 

Three couples huddle

around campfire’s glowing blaze

warmed by friendship’s bonds.

 

God, who gives good gifts,

lives holy love triangle;

mysterious One.