Come lets explore the faded delights
As we are only pawns of yesterdays
Until we allow ourselves to be freed
In a way that allows no bribes
From mere venal pursuits.

Freedom in mind to explore
Avenues not explored.
Freedom of body to enjoy
The sweet pleasure of the flesh.
Freedom of the soul to be
The person we really are
With a force not to be
Stopped by deception
Nor by the weakness of
The muscles as we age.
The soul only gets stronger
Even when the body is
Jaded and spent
The soul still has the power
To sting like a hornet
When needed.

Laura R
5-8-03