Embody

Embody: “Be an expression of or give a tangible or visible form to… “

I’m Not the River

I’m not the river

that powerful presence.

And I’m not the black oak tree

which is patience personified.

And I’m not redbird

who is a brief life heartily enjoyed.

Nor am I mud nor rock nor sand

which is holding everything together.

No, I am none of these meaningful things, not yet.

Mary Oliver