In the Kingdom of Siam
sitting Buddha everywhere
avatar of divine, calming presence
sentinel of peace and respect
Verdant space,
jungle magic and mysticism,
elephants that paint and protect,
symbols of strength and patience
Rice farmer, shopkeeper, doorman, teacher:
each welcoming in traditional greeting,
prayer-like palms pressed toward heaven,
weapon-less gesture bestowing friendship
Black House, White Temple:
mausoleums to vault artistic whim;
in the food a complex jumble of flavor and aroma—
all spice and more in Northern Thailand.
At the golden triangle convergence:
tripoint of three countries, confluence of two rivers;
to the northwest red poppies of Myanmar
obscure budding signs of freedom.
All the best,
Warren J. Devalier
President,
Interface Inc.
©2016
