If only he would listen
To that which is true
He would for once glisten
And not feel so blue.
If only he would hear
The simple beauty
In each moment here
And appreciate it truly.
If only he would let go
Of that which is killing him
Each day is another blow
Instead of a hymn.
Brighter days will come
He believes they will, or else he's dumb.
[composed on April 6, 2014]