from the local consignment shop
this lovely little cloth bag I just found
the clasp and the knob
appear difficult at times
to close
like your heart
the Lord tells me
this other bag
that you almost bought
has a clasp
that is easier to close
yet you were right
to wait around the shop
looking like a waif
until I gave you the clue
for this bag that is just for you
this bag with the lovely
embroidered flower design
you just bought
also has a slightly discolored place
you didn’t notice at first
and so does your heart
the stain that I have cleansed
for you
although the small consignment shop
has no name
the owner is not to blame
Lord Meher Baba
I took your name
all around town
now I am tired
and almost lame
from all the walking
saying your name
without a rosary
talking to myself
and some people see
the indifference
the Divine Game
the house that was sold
the barking dog
the new owner who smiled
and introduced his pet
the Lord smiles kindly
we are not finished yet.
September 5, 2015
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