EYELIDS
By Shirley Riga – 2000
Flaps of skin
Window covers
Closes so we don’t see
Closes so we deny truth
Closes to rejuvenate
Closes windows to our soul
Open light
Opens courage to see
Opens our windows to the world
Bears our soul
Respite with slow blink
Temptation to close
Determination to open
Eyelids protect our soul
Controls our vulnerability
Rejuvenates our hope
Tired, rest, sleep, closed eyes,
Opens heart