“Science Versus Religion” & “Parable of Food”
Science Versus Religion
To understand everything,
all you need
is 10 numbers
and 26 letters
which is accurate
to the exact extent
that every lie has access
to that same truth.
Parable of Food
There is an abundance of food
and the children are hungry
which is a problem only because good food
must first be prepared properly
which means there will be a wait
because what is nourishing
is not available in a box that can be opened
and poured onto a plate
it must be sliced and seasoned
and simmered so that the flavors
careen into a satisfying meal that will
create a lasting craving for what is
better than the aftertaste of mediocrity
I want the children to wait
a little longer, the box within their reach
I want them to choose between
convenience and sustenance
I want them to know they will never be full.