Mossy Face of Decay

I'm at ease in nature 
its informality- ignoring stains of unknown origin
in the crease of my blue jeans
Church is rigid like a crucifix, 
everything in its proper place
Nature makes the sweetest grape
church turns it into the spirit of sacrifice.
Nature is honest -carefree without need to lie
church has many closets without exits or alibis
My imperfections are just blemish on the pristine.
In nature I'm good enough-good enough to eat
Church will serve up your flesh in a collection plate
sauté your pocketbook and soul week after week

I'm at ease in nature
in my stained blue jeans
sitting on the mossy face of decay.
Beneath an emerald umbrella
face to face with a Paw- Paw tree.




Copyright © | Year Posted 2024



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Date: 11/23/2024 6:42:00 AM
I understand the sentiment. I do most of my talking with God on my hikes out in his world. I have discovered, however, that church is where you find the brothers who will share the trail with you. Enjoyed this one, Anthony!
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Anthony Biaanco
Date: 11/23/2024 8:11:00 AM
Thanks for reading my poem and paying attention Jeff I love God...loving mankind is a work in progress/ God bless Anthony
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