Wills of the Mind

Some works are brought about by the mind veiled 
Lungs breathing, eyelids blinking, the heart beating non-stop 
Are done in the mind asleep with no will 

Emotions flow here and there with no guide 
Though we can build dams to have some directional flow 
Emotions still ripple through gaps and cracks 

Other works are done with a lonely will 
Most are born into the world by the bodily mind 
Pleasures and darkness are its short-lived dreams 

Some are designed by the rational soul 
The foundation of all man-made castles and towers 
Morals and duty are its drowsiness 

A few come to light by blazing spirit 
A silent pearl that is within every plant and tree 
Silence and mystery are its daylight 

Intent and works come from sleep and awareness 
From battles between water and soul, sleep and spirit 
You must choose which to follow in these long battles 



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Delaney Avatar
November 16, 2022 at 4:34 AM
Another excellent poem, David: I enjoyed reading this one a couple of times over. Best, SuZ
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