Become heat, for the forge,
so that the armor you bear will shine brightly.
Your soul maketh radiance unmatched,
so as the sunrise does lick over the lakes.
Be mindful, yet indeed gaze,
for the path ahead blazes with flames.
Control your fear from the terrifying heat,
the armor, you can assure, is resilient.
Be proper, also be fully patient,
light hath forged your armor and you are strong.
Life shall pay the fortune your heart lacks,
and I do hope this warms and soothes your soul.
So long has passed since I was brought
To the point of pure bliss, as I ought.
If no one will bother,
Suppose that I’d rother
See what talented hands will have wrought!
May 3, 2023
I swallowed some rocks so I could sink
Deep down in my thoughts
I drug my body all around town
But my mind had fled far
It escaped from my wild and crazy thoughts
To beach on some other land
Burned the many lists I’ve made
Threw the ashes in the sea
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