book excerpt
With human eyes we perceive our call into existence as earthen vessels
Sailing across the ocean unscathed by human nature and human ways
Unaware of the hole in the hull that can flood our soul with the sea
And drag our ship into the mighty depths of darkness -leagues below the light of day
Like vulnerable seedlings, we trustingly peek out our heads into the world
Expecting security, protection and vital nutrients for growth
Like mighty oaks, as we mature, we stand proud offering protection to
Our fragile hearts as we learn to adapt in a vast and varied forest of humanity