Ring Ring

Sometimes the calling to write

is only answered after repeated knocks.

When the rapping feels more like a nuisance to be dispelled

than a soft yearning that’s found its way home.

Would you ever confront a lover with the same approach,

knowing full well the joy, happiness, and fulfillment that accompanies their arrival?

Would you ignore the persistent pleas

and postpone guaranteed delight?

We choose the discomfort of familiar experience

Over the potential of unknown discovery

Rationalized through radical references and refined reservations

Little more than excuses in sheep’s clothing

The first 10,000 hours won’t be quite as expected

Trust the process

Answer the prompt

The greatest love you could ever imagine might just be calling.