you reap what you sow
cast off your shadow
and call the roll
see who shows up
love is a lady with tiny fingers
and sweet smelling clothes
and beauty that lingers
cantankerous old men with cataracts
drown upon the folds
of your wedding gown
i am that fabric that comes in a roll
and if you inhale
the diamonds will follow
remove veils and teach the people music
give your wisdom and produce harmony
wild candy and replenishment
reprimanded only by tyranny

i wish that your heart would never stop beating
i am speaking personally again
i am a well behaved child
i smile when necessary
i feel deeply
i am uncomfortable in your presence
i am an example of fundamental tendencies
i am deeply distrusting
i am relatively harmless
i am violent and psychotic
i am punished by silence
i am a mumbling scientist
i am retired
i am desired
i am abundant and prosperous
i am light and bright like phosphorous

possums speak of possibilities
as i peak behind the curtains
and sense what a chilly week its been