| Matt J. 6/3/03 The tree supports him He leans against its body The stone underfoot He wishes he had sturdiness Relaxation But still caution Standing there leaning Sharing the pressure One hand pocketed One searching for security Taking a break from something Pondering rerouting Going back Should it be forgotten What lies behind Or Look forward only In this moment He is safe The tree is there to guide Supporting from behind Allowing room to think Urging for forward progression Stone supporting from below Every step taken away Away is where he must go Sun lights from behind Pointing to a new world A different place A different life His surroundings lead him But he can choose not to follow |