harmony

By Kate Marco

the beginning of life

doesn’t necessarily commence at birth,

some souls take time

settling into skin,

others,

land with heels worn,

to this experience on earth.

once arrived 

we move with awkwardness,

then slowly we begin to dance,

to a soundtrack

that is only ours.

over time we learn to hum,

the uniqueness of our melody.

we sense the rhythms all around,

presenting opportunities,

to harmonize with nature,

to collaborate our human voice,

creating symphonies in tune,

to the sharing of our songs.

keep your ears

on high alert

and discern 

our every note,

especially those off key.

tell your feet

to keep on dancing,

through the thousands of distractions,

that keep you out of tune.

lift your voice

and sing,

as loudly as you can,

stand on tiptoes,

if you must,

to reach

the higher notes.

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