By Ishmael von Heidrick-Barnes
BLESSINGS
Bless this house
built by many hands
holding together one generation after another
Light incense to elevate
its collective memory from dusty stairwells
and attics
Keep fresh flowers on tables
to give neglected alcoves the color
of imagination
Bless this house with water
to see ourselves clearly reflected on windows
because every room
is a living organism
that requires upkeep and restoration
Keep the fireplace well stocked with wood
to temper the chill absorbed by stone and tile
When night comes knocking
bless this house
with an open door
to welcome the caretakers home
Ishmael von Heidrick-Barnes was born and raised in San Diego, California. He attended Herbert Hoover High School and went on to study Religion and Theology at the University of San Diego. His book Intimate Geography, published by Ragged Sky Press, won the 2012 San Diego Book Award for Poetry. Ish, as he is known, has also written lyrics for German musicians Andrea Hörkens and Thomas Roderburg (Tender Art).
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