the articles of faith

regardless of age
gender, class, or race
we all share the same set
of needs in this place

men don't need more competence
purpose, or power
women don't need more care
or connection to flower

we need freedom, authenticity
connection, and growth
of what's granted to gender
we need to be both

you may only see out
of your own set of eyes
but what brings you joy
to all of us applies

everyone out here
wants after the same
to be loved, and held
and known, in name