"Second Expulsion"

I

 love with a love 

that's set over you

like

 an airless tent.

My love confines you,

 as a net,

and binds you, as a Sacrament.

If  you would tower to be a man,

and be what I would have you be,

fear me and flee me,

 when you can-

be curt, be cruel, but be Free.

I am the strength to be withstood,

I am the kindness not to trust.

I may not keep you,

 though I would,

I would not lose you,

 and I must.

This let me learn,

 so hear me warn:

Woman's son must twice be born.

~Dilys Laing;
 (1906-1960)

North Wales

~Beannaichte'

23 August, 2012 

~To Brett: I wish you every Happiness on this, your "Special Day", and always. ~ May Our Lord continue to hold you in the palm of His mighty Hand!  ~Happy Birthday!  
~Beannaichte'
24 August, 2012