Kernels of Corn

E. Box, Seal Beach, CA

Kernels of corn,
Fish scales.
Vary with the
Creator’s hand.

Designs of pottery,
Patterns on a Blanket,
Vary with the
Creator’s hand.

The swimmer’s stroke,
The bird’s wing,
More in rhythm
With the moment.

T’ai Chi Chih
Seeks it level
With total freedom.

Originally appeared in: June 1998

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