The vastness of the universe
reflected
in a single drop of dew
blazing like the sun

Immutable energy
suspended
in a single leaf
fluttering to earth

Irresistible force
frozen
in the glacial wall
sliding imperceptibly
toward the sea

Indescribable love
focused
on unfathomable guilt

The eternal
become mortal
in order
to bring immortality

Righteousness
bestowed
upon the unrighteous
so that flesh
made from dirt
could inherit heaven

H. Arnett
8/17/12