Monday, November 16, 2009

The Pointing Finger


By pointing to one thing
as a way to understand
something else, we can
help others understand.

On the other hand,
when we turn one thing
into a symbol
for something else,
we lay the groundwork
for misdirection.

Best to remember
the symbol is not the thing.
The pointing finger
is not the moon.

1 comment:

Dr. Mike said...

Cymbals

Which finger is it
That dials 911

Which finger is it
That tickles the tongue

That makes a diner gag
And saves a life

With one pinkie up
Swirling the gin

Crickets in the knuckles
Crack joint by joint

Finger cymbals
Snap crackle pop

Two fingers up
Victory or Peace

Thumb’s out
Hitching a ride to the stars

Which finger divines
Water on the moon

Disposable Poem November 17, 2009]
Dr. Mike