United

The task we brace against,

leaning together,

will forge our bond,

The brisk headwind and steady climb

will make us strong

We have no exercises,

retreats or seminars

(though we can see their value

with our resting mind)

Our work has captured up our dedication,

all of our energies therein aligned

This work is ours

and so we grow it

as trees grow limbs —

Its form arises

(ever surprising us)

from secret depths

where generative essences

reside within.

©Wendy Mulhern

May 8, 2015