The Artisan

I work on borrowed time,
as everyone does...

What the muscle works is seen
and so this bone appears to be
idle, yaar?

Or at the very least,
in a compliant acquiessance

But...

If you listen very carefully,
you'll hear the engine purring

And, underneath...

cogs not visible are turning
to mull and lather the marrow

form within:

an atom of creativity

So...

Don't underestimate the impact
when I

--inevitably--

split assunder!

and reveal my insights

...and my judgments