Lift the Veil
By John Herlihy

In this world, I simply float as a feather;
I make my way in all kinds of weather.
As aimless as the fluff buds of dandelions,
As determined as a flea in the fur of lions.
Annoying problems I systematically sever,
With regard to relations I seem to be clever.
Those who look up to me, I take on board,
Those who look down on me, I never hoard.
When the day arrives, I wish the world to see;
When night falls, I take to the hills and flee.
My love interests I always doggedly pursue,
If rejected, I shake myself to feel reborn anew.
Deep inside the world lies the wonder of spirit,
Only lift the veil to reveal the world’s true merit.