Interruptions
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- Written November 2007
Arms spread in amazement as the meal begins
And bread is broken on the Emmaus table
With a dawning of divine presence
As our hearts burn within us
Until the dramatic moment breaks
With the fire alarm.[1]
Music lifts heavenward in evensong worship
Melodies interweaving chants from Westminster stalls
In adoration of him who is among us
So that our hearts slow in contemplation
Until the sacred atmosphere is complemented
By a baby's cry.[2]
The curtain falls on the Lyceum stage
As the orchestra drums the finale from the pit
And the circle of life continues as a king reigns supreme
And our hearts quicken in rhythm
As another performance ends in celebration
With audience applause.[3]
22 November 2007,
Following visits to The National Gallery, Westminster Abbey and The Lion King.
[1] While having Garravagio's painting explained to us
[2] During the Magnificat
[3] The Lion King concluded a day out with the Eriksons