(Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein’s
painting, Crying Girl)
what if I could paint my life
into a comic strip
what if I could grow muscles
super-hero huge
what if I could banish my bald pate
with a lavish flurry of the brush
what if I could choose any age
to garnish this basic body
what if I could charge the heavens
to grant every wish and whim
what if I could slay all fears
with a single slice of the will
what if I could splice these neurons
to the wisdom of Solomon
what if I could seduce all comers
to admire or envy or maybe even love
what if I could paint my life
into a comic strip
would I still cry sometimes
would I still feel alone
© 2006 Dennis Ference
Merging Traffic 
Yes. We’re always alone, we’re always connected.
Aw, the wonder of it all! How blessed to be a part of it. Thanks for the comment.
I’ve shared this thought before- I’ve come to realize what I want is my self- and my self always wants.
The only way out of our endless circles of desires is to look up.
Often a daily challenge, but one that is not without grace. Glad I found your blog.
Hi Dennis!
What a beautiful poem! A silent message shouting out loud saying you will be your only companion even when you have what seems to be a perfect life.
A vast mystery to savor and contemplate! Thanks! Peace! ~Dennis
I wonder if this never ending mystery will ever reveal itself to us or is it a ‘come-find me’ challenge thrown!
My life experience has been that it reveals itself at ever deeper levels even now as we find our way to open to it. Perhaps that is part of its very essence. Peace! ~Dennis
Thanks. The gift of grandparenthood has expanded my appreciation for life beyond measure.
I am just in my twenties and wonder what lies ahead! Hoping to learn a lot from you and your posts Dennis 🙂
Spiritual wisdom is such a worthy pursuit that offers such a rich texture to one’s lift. I wish you well on your journey.
Thankyou 🙂