Ritual

Build a small alter,
of twigs and branches,
pious offerings of
iron wood and cedar;

kiss it with fire and air;

tend it with delicate
and grateful care;

send the smoke
to God in heaven;

supplicate:
ask to be whole,
gather the warmth
to your human soul;

lift your heart and pray,
embrace the void
and greet the day.
  - mce