Communication

Talking is just talking if I don’t hear what you say.

Listening means nothing if opinions won’t stray

From what’s firmly embedded, ensconced in cement

Bunkered and shielded from the sentiments meant

Resisting new thoughts keep the old ones inside

The better to molder and fester and hide

From the fresh air that’s needed

To grow and flourish and breathe

Into action and purpose

So we both can succeed.