diagnostic

Inside several pieces did not connect

and only some liquid went through.

Much was lost and no one quite knew

how it was ever replenished. Some,

though, accumulated in a hollow space,

slowing movement until the entire contraption

was filled with liquid. Suddenly, an external part

with assured determination broke or burst into wild

movement; spinning senselessly because there was nothing

left to move or attach to

steady

We drank the wine and ate the bread,
strode steadfast to the nearest window
and saw: The intricate outlines of leaves
under a dark blue sky that is more a
feeling than a color. One sixth, we touched,
of the moon was brighter than the whole thing.
And in a strange sad way I felt strong.