Forgetting

A man wakes up to the sound of rain From a dream about his lovers Who pass through his room They brush lightly by, these lovers They pass. Never touching These passing lovers move through his room The man is awake now He can't get to sleep again So he repeats these words Over and over again: Bravery. Kindness. Clarity Honesty. Compassion. Generosity Bravery. Honesty. Dignity Clarity. Kindness. Compassion