Thursday, April 13, 2023

Thriving within constraints


Each photograph’s a metaphor for something: 
It becomes my job to ascertain 
What lesson might be learned 
From what I’m seeing.
 This one reminds me of something I heard 
From a therapist long ago: 
That we find the greatest freedom 
Within boundaries — or, in this case, constraints.
 This man can fly because his body is contained 
 In an elaborate system of harnesses. 
A relationship flourishes 
Within agreed-upon limitations; 
A society thrives when bounded by laws; 
Even my paintings seem to improve 
When I limit my choices of colors and tools…

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