VOICES

Scary voices speaking war, 

singing shame, whispering fall

Gentle voices speaking peace,

singing glory, whispering increase 

All in one vessel. What be your habitual choice?

Which do you release?

In times when challenges overshadow our efforts

which do you clap to, play the drums to complement 

or tilt your head to, for better hearing?

Which do you allow to settle down in your soul 

when the world brings its gel-like judgements 

 to your face?

Child, hear the greatest whisper of love:

You're dearly loved!

Listen to heaven's ethereal melody:

You are braced with victory!

Birds chirp but never same

Sing your own song:

I'm unique, I'm strong 

What beauty do you need 

when the golden sun calls you

"my lookalike on earth"?