Peach

i knew a guy
he lived amongst pines
stilled his own moonshine
a harmless pass time
til he went blind

now every time
he stares up at the sky
he only sees grey lines
hopes the stars are fine
as he sips on wine

he warned me be wary
of unearned wisdom
where you go to get it from
don't stare at the sun
you'll burn your eyes

and when you eat a peach
watch for the seed
that lies beneath
don't bite too hard
you'll break your teeth

and then he named for me
twenty some-odd trees
of the acadian canopy
said it still looks green
but's mostly only three

his fit of fury
turned to fit of laughter
said forever after
is the shortest chapter
so try to breathe

and watch the mourning doves
they'll teach you about love
and what lies above
sitting at the edge
nested in your hedge

and i will lend you my hand
any chance that i can
and rattle some pans
and your pantry's jams
from the afterlands