Time-Bomb Reality

The time-bomb of reality is ticking, my friends.

The ancient river gradually washes its own

banks away. A tree which was there yesterday

has gone missing, and the landscape changes

forever.

The priest leaves his ministry of thirty-years, and

runs off with the town librarian.

Surprise! A new reality has opened the eyes.

There is this constant and pervasive tick, tick,

ticking in the air. Are you listening, are you there?

Be aware! It’s not always a bad thing, you know.

Thoughts and ideas are exploding around us all

the time.

Beethoven hit a certain combination of notes and

a symphony was born.

How often has a sudden thoughtful act, an unexpected

rose garden, or perhaps the simplicity of a genial smile

from a stranger completely blown your mind?

Chris Hanch 7-24-17