beauty in simplicity

without first explaining my theme,
this journey cannot yet begin.

there is a certain elegance
with things that are simple

with complexity comes opination
then random confusion,
soon dissension arises.

argument
confrontation
suspicion
tension
war
suffering
death
pain

there is only death
no hope
no light

all because the apple was eaten
and simplicity forgotten

A beginning, for all things to come.

So he said
watch as I make all things new

and I hope I find renewal
In spirit, in strength, in faith.
I seek to see the light.

period.

a trouble mind
a wearied heart
why are such troubles laid upon me

flowing down the river of emotion
will I make it back to the shore

since when my mornings are darkened
and nights unnerving

I will remember once again
I am just but passing.