Wisdom Unheard
By John Herlihy

Life’s mystery proves to be epic still,
Scientific discoveries add to spirit nil.
The enigmas crafted and artfully drawn,
On the dark side of the moon spawned.
From daffodils and buttercups they pour,
From one thousand galactic suns and more
Throw logic on the rubbish heap of history,
Leave intelligence behind in light of mystery.
Enter the sanctified realm of ancient wisdom,
A cat stalking on silent paws curiosity in tandem.
Facts merely coated with our human perceptions,
Divine wisdom fused with revelatory confections.
But wisdom, ah sweet wisdom, slips thru fingers,
With the sands of life, of time, and never lingers.
Does anyone notice? Indeed, does anyone care?
Mystery awaits discovery, but holds a sign: Beware.
Wisdom, alas, a melody that often goes unheard;
As it arises from ocean depths, if it ever be stirred.