An edifice more terrifying,
than diving deep in the sea
where creatures glow and beam
It holds, composes, creates, affirms
life and darkness, the beautiful and grotesque
She opens her eyes
59,999 miles of human vessels rejoicing,
like the lark awakening the earth
“Arise” the vessels say, “this is your temple.”
She closes her eyes
Feel the skin and know its ancient perception
The embryo spoke first through touch,
most rousing through touch
Take in the contours of your body
Let them speak of a voluptuous, holy
God
She looks up
And breathes in abundance,
exhales what seeks to flatten and dull
This glorious edifice—
Breathe in enjoyment,
exhale what spoils and ruins
This glorious edifice who
longs to bless and confirm,
Self, God and Creation
This glorious edifice
whom shall be called
Body
Oh sweet,
brave,
languaged
Body
DearHeatherMarie 