Hearth

Photo by Cortland Gilliam.

We did not simply

combust ablaze

A violent and

destructive flame

No.

We took time.

We kindled,

Calm,

with

Purpose.

We nurtured

Intent.

Long enough to

see spark to light,

Long enough to

breathe heat to warmth.

We were built to last

Long enough.

-words by Cortland Gilliam