More or Less

Photo by Ashley Goad

It’s the response of equivocation,

when we’re either not sure

of what’s being asked,

or of how to answer.

But it’s also the answer of eternity.

When your life’s question

presents itself, as it will

all of your days and then some,

you may begin to see

the answers holding water

are less about measurable quantity

and more about intrinsic quality;

 less about holding on,

more about letting go;

less about maintaining control,

more about freedom of surrender.

Each weekday ending in “y”

is a great day to decide

for more or less

of the options before you;

an excellent opportunity

to count with your heart,

realizing where more is less,

and where less is more.

© 2015 Todd Jenkins