calm – MaddogPoetry

Ritual

Ritual is both a blessing and a curse – A blessing ‘cause it makes order of chaos, a curse ‘cause it fosters chaos of order. The blessing treats us all as equals, without regard for worldly status, granting access to the common good. The curse thwarts personal expression, and therefore shuns creativity, promoting ennui ofContinue reading “Ritual”

Resiliency

To hope against hope To remain calm To embrace change It staggers the imagination What we are faced with: Global destruction Political dissention Social declination Religious diminution Physical deterioration Irreparable damage has been done Can we make a difference? Global restoration Political renovation Social reformation ReligiousContinue reading “Resiliency”

Parker’s Content

I was impressed though not surprised – She is so calm and content Some would doubt my impression, after all, she is just a few hours old. They would contend that newborns just eat, sleep and poop. I see it differently – Well-swaddled she responds to mom and dad with gentle coos andContinue reading “Parker’s Content”