Deep-rooted through time
This Norman arch,
Oak-like
Stands firm.
Over-arching
Buttresses and beams
Once wove wefts of
Warm reassurance.
Beneath oppressive clouds
Now a weary spire
Lifts a lone limp finger
Paying lip-service
To a memory.
Soiled latex
Sharp steel
Crushed aluminum
The offerings of straying pilgrims.
Illuminated lettering
The artful work of
New scribes:
God wos ere
lol
© Marcus Lane 2009
Mar 21, 2011
Mar 21, 2011 at 3:15 AM UTC
Deep-rooted through time
This Norman arch,
Oak-like
Stands firm.
Over-arching
Buttresses and beams
Once wove wefts of
Warm reassurance.
Beneath oppressive clouds
Now a weary spire
Lifts a lone limp finger
Paying lip-service
To a memory.
Soiled latex
Sharp steel
Crushed aluminum
The offerings of straying pilgrims.
Illuminated lettering
The artful work of
New scribes:
God wos ere
lol
© Marcus Lane 2009
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