Fig Leaf

With false intent, they should have cried. First attempt at mendacity. A fig leaf to cover their hide, told half-truths with audacity. Did they make mistakes as they sewed? Were they thinking up excuses, just like Peter ‘fore the cock crowed? All sin would lead to Christ’s bruises. Adam and Eve, Martha and Steve - all of mankind, we miss the mark. Poor naked souls, a crafty weave - alone as Eden waxes dark. In order to save them from doubt, clothed them with wool of lamb - his best. For when God made his rounds, called out, they were ashamed, hardly dressed. 4/13/2022 This or That, Vol 11 Sponsor: Edward Ibeh Rhymezone