directions

Dismiss the voices external voices that clamor
for your attention. Silence them as best you can
so you can hear that voice speaking slowly,
quietly, but firmly, in your mind.

It knows something helpful. It just wants to help.
Let it. It knows what the next step should be
even if you have no map on which to rely.

On A Turning Point

I found my thoughts bound by
the restraints I kept pouring in.

I've made myself make due
without that needful crutch

that's kept me comforted those
nights alone, angry and scared.

Is this the change I've needed?
The first of many I presume.

I am as strong as can be with
the inner problems of the out

side world but dare not look
into the mirror of the self.

How, oh how to close the gap
between thought and deed.

How, oh how to feed spirit
and earthly need.

Stop staring at the answer.