True Wilderness
Saint Paul, 25 September 2011
Take notice
of an untouched view
imagine how it would be painted
Notice ornamentation in a facade
ask what is its purpose?
Itemize your senses
Sight? Check.
Sound? Check.
Smell? Check.
Taste? Check.
Touch? Check.
Take notice
of a loved one's face
imagine her face with wrinkles
Notice tendons in her hand
ask what is their purpose?
Leave no impression
cover your footprints
fold your life in a stuff sack
Walk with purpose
into your only chance
at true wilderness