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GNOSTIC

Michael L. Newell

Lakeport CA


GNOSTIC

In the heat, all
was still
until the wind
swept through town
raising a heresy

of movement,
erratic and undisciplined,
random as a believer
who belongs
to no church.

Trees raised their arms
in praise, the lake
responded (wave
upon wave), birds
swept lyrically through

a late afternoon
sky, and children coaxed
kites into flight,
bold and uncertain,
seeking to maintain

a majesty of thought
given wings, grace,
and uncensored freedom
while being steered
by one mind's daring.


Michael L. Newell





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