Sketches for a Genealogy

2

A loop of metal
& a clasp at the end
of a chain

Two french wires
& the bones
of miniature chandeliers

Four prongs that seat
a gem of doubtful
pedigree

This window light
is mute to tell
what they cost

but they’re given
now to me— The only
instruction, that I

remember who I am
& that a stone has facets
time whittles constantly

In response to an entry from the Morning Porch.