Sculpture

Kathleen Baleja

Journey

I exchange wasp nest paper for my skin
to take me on the second half of my life's journey.
I barter copper for delicate ribbon,
I gather and bend branches to form a skirt
for a full Moon's evening feast,
I substitute precious insects for jewels.

At the juncture in my life,
I pass from one phase to the next
to leave one train and board another.
I transform from Demeter to Hectate.
I put on other clothes
that dance my heart and soul.
I live the dream of who I am meant to be.
variation
absence of monotony
protection form the ordinary
change

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