Silk threads

silk threads

are uninspiring;

find me some jute,

some coarse hands,

nothing cute –

let me create

marvels in browns and greys;

silk threads

are too pretty,

too delicate

for me to play with,

find me some coir,

some raw strength –

let me make you beds and mats;

silk threads

are brittle, expensive,

find me some cotton,

some patient minds –

let me make you things to wear,

summer, winter or rain;

silk threads

are not for me.

find yourself a man

who will care.