There are so many things about which we jump to conclusion

When we do not appraise things well - we conceive illusions

And then use them to found and solidify our wary positions

In which we stand from a mountaintop, overlooking situations



Whether it makes sense or not, we produce a fixed stance

From where we look leerily at some others in a way askance

When, if we took the time to really assess and take measure

Perhaps we would find in those others, a well-hidden treasure



So consider the overall picture of the landscape in front of you

Don't ignore the scope and deeper beauty which has accrued  

Every one of us has something wonderful to give from our hearts

All it takes is the time to consider it all, then make a new start ...



- Tristram



Christopher W. Thomas

9:10am Sat. Jan. 17, '98