Care by Candlelight

Introduction 

 I speak for most when I state that we have been taught to put others                before ourselves. 

To do the opposite, say grandma, dad or mum, is to be self-centered. 

Yet we have to ponder the air stewardess who teaches in-flight safety               procedures. 

She advocates putting on the life jacket for oneself before putting it on            for one's child. 

The concept makes total sense. Children require our care. How can we             save them in a dire situation if we do not care for ourselves first?

So caring for the self is not selfish- rather, it reflects responsibility. 

A little candle light is self-care. The hypnotic, waving flame is                             calming. 

Enjoy this cinquain. 

The light

Of candles waves

Burning flame soothes the soul

Chstised, weary, feeble and worn

Tired

The light 

Bright yet gentle,

Soothes the Anger who seethes

And residesI in acromony

In self. 

The light

Burns with fervour

Burns strong and stable

The ring of wax it releases 

Sets bounds

The light

Shimmers with love

For crucial sake of self

To light for self before others

Burns on.