I am man of peace,
but do not confuse this
with limp passivity,
or loss of strength.

Peace is the iron anchor
that stops the drift,
and holds fast in the
roaring storm and waves.

I am a man of love,
but do not think that
I an easily tamed for
I am fierce in the world.

Love is the fight beyond
the fight, holding along
the lines of despair to
dream after the storm.

 

5/11/2024