Death’s Prophecy - Poem

consume earth lovingly in life

for earth consumes you so gently in death.

feast of the elements.

dance and pray with fire

so flames can dance with you in death

swim and drink of water

to be held by graceful streams

breathe and taste of herb

to become bouqueted in death

for basil and rose to grow from your nutrient skin

breathe and whisper with the wind 

for it to disperse you into oneness in death.