I Am More Than (Poem)

I Am More Than

by BlackLion

I am more than this body you see before you.

I am more than the smiling face you kiss

on the cheek, on the lips, on the forehead.

I am more than thoughts that come out of my mouth.

I am more than the feelings that pour out as tears.

I am more than the one who

does the dishes, does the vacuuming, does the laundry.

I am more than the one who basks in the sunshine.

I am more than the one who

talks with the plants, the flowers, the critters.

I am more than the laughter during play time.

I am more than the silence in uncomfortable circumstance.

I am more than the words that develop on the page.

I am more than the one who flows

on the dance floor, under the moonlight, surrounded by fire.

I am more than the one who looks deep into the cosmos

wondering if others are returning the favor.

I am more than this spirit, this mind, this body.

I am more than you can possibly imagine

because I am more than I can possibly imagine.

I am more than my doubts, and worries, and fears.

I am more than contentment, joy, and happiness.

I am more than the sum of my parts.

I am more than the playful lion

who lounges in the bright sunshine napping.

I am more than the vast foaming oceans, the deep blue sky,

and the dense rocks beneath my feet.

I am more than a number, a piece, a cog, a vote.

I am more than I was yesterday.

I am more than I was a few minutes ago.

I am more than forgiveness, charity and greed.

I am more than the quixotic puzzles

that the universe continues to offer in my experience.

I am more than myself, more than you, more than us.

I am more than all that has, is, or will be.

I am more than you think.

I am Divine incarnate.

Blessed Be.