August  21, 2021

FORBIDDEN FRUIT

 
It’s on every tree,
in every relationship,
in every situation.
It’s forbidden fruit.
 
Take and eat.
Take a bite.
It won’t hurt.
It’s good.
 
I took it.
I did it.
I ate it.
Now what?
 
I found myself
outside the garden
working with sweat
on my brow.
 
I do this every time.
Why? Why? Why?
Of course, I do. That’s why
it’s called forbidden fruit.

 

© Andy Costello, Reflections 2021