Of Earth and Sky

OF EARTH AND SKY Let my ashes skyward fly Across milky clouds ephemeral Always knowing here my heart lies. Under willow and bough of oak Cast in eternal slumber But only for the physical cloak. Shout no painful words afar, Send chords of bacchanalia To the lyrical stars. Let peace be the cry For the song I sing is Of the Earth and Sky. I desire not a single breath In tears or mourn be spent. For as in Dylan’s death No dominion shall be found. Instead let jeweled words On my behalf crowned. Words that unfold the universe, A living sentient organism, My life but a single chorus. I relish no delight to die But will you sing for me A song of Earth and Sky. The great bard may have Halley But I have the Perseids.. Burning candles under the dome, Birthday wishes, skipping stones. Beg, don’t sing me sadly, Just sing in joyful tones.