Mission

You have a mission of green
on a thirsty planet.
Your task is the grace
of a fallen raindrop,
plumb bud opening in snow,
a towhee at dawn
grubbing through delicate moss.

Be first among fragrances
in late Winter.
Disdain the cynic.

Release a gleam of April
from your loam bulb.

Don't waste time
becoming anyone
but a Lover.
Breathe peace.

Do beauty with your hands

and hope with your eyes,
giving a portion
of your light to strangers.

Insist on no other moment
but this one.
Simple words, my friend,
but they were born of many tears.


Photo: Wall Art, Etsy Norway

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