Chappaqua Tree Stand

At a MetroNorth stop
cocoons monolithic
backlit by western sun
no longer trees

Now

Consumed wood-bones
armatures hidden
by a bright sunlt
smother of green ivy

Religion, Not Faith

There is no consumption
like religion
a "speak to me" institution

resolving everything
contritely buttoning
light & dark ongoing

life & ambition enveloping
into a pocket conveniently