i stand still for a moment
and give shape to the unresolved
to share a quiet glimpse
of the questions
the thoughts
the experiments
that energize me
thank you
to all who moved before me
to all who move with me
and to all who move beyond me
through the tragedy, healing, joy, and peace
from you i learn and gain strength
may our work do justice to all that we are
may our love carry us where we want to be
and give shape to the unresolved
to share a quiet glimpse
of the questions
the thoughts
the experiments
that energize me
thank you
to all who moved before me
to all who move with me
and to all who move beyond me
through the tragedy, healing, joy, and peace
from you i learn and gain strength
may our work do justice to all that we are
may our love carry us where we want to be