The Collected Writings of Brian J. Mueller

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Love is the Sticky-Icky

It’s not the harsh judgment of myself
which others find so endearing,
nor is it the reason why
these dogs lying on my lap love me.

Despite my critical mind,
God continues to spin this planet
pushing the Universe ever outward
with the unfathomable force
of infinite love.

This love is the very stuff
that moves mountains,
while also gently tickling
a baby’s toes.
My wretchedness and self-loathing
simply cannot compare.

Love is the sticky-icky,
sweet-crumbly,
ooey-gooey,
hairy-scary,
completely indescribable,
substance of life.