A different take on a "Thought for Today" - April 14th, 2009

Today, rather than sending a "Thought for Today", I will send a poem from Life in Poetry and Prose. I selected this randomly by simply opening the book and picking one that appeared. Maybe someone needs it today.



My Essence Concealed


I keep my essence in
a dark colored bottle,
the cork tightly placed in its top.

Protecting who I am;
hiding from those who
may hurt or misunderstand me.

I wait with anticipation
and trepidation,
for one who will gently release me.

Alas, she is my new bride.

She has carefully removed
the cork, and
slowly I creep to the bottle's opening.

It is her, I will allow to
taste me;
slow sips at first, then, in full glass.




Have a blessed day

Christian