Liquid Prayer

When two or more hearts beat in rhythm,

hope from the ocean's depth

defies gravity and pulses skyward,

seeking to be free.

The eyes have an escape route built-in -

thank you very much, God -

an aqueduct for release.

Those who've experienced

the true strength of Love's

vulnerability know better than

to struggle against the flow.

Instead, we simply pause

to revel in the power of their salty gift,

trusting in divine Grace

to unpack every scared and sacred plea.

 

Painting of Camp NaCoMe bridge by Ruben Torres

© 2014 Todd Jenkins