The world rushes in

A tidal flow

Roaring judgment

Upon all who listen.

The world rushes in

Forcing entry

An uninvited guest

Overstaying its welcome.

The world rushes in

Though we seek

To shut it out

Standing in our silence.

The world rushes in

Though we move to the edge

Its mindlessness

Eats through the distance.

The world rushes in

Unwelcome

Until we begin our labors

To transform the world. ~ Caroline A. Slee