where the gods sell caricatures

Let us gargle the jargon
This story of palpitations
and exciting flashes
Shortcuts that can surprise you
About a remarkable introduction to
where the gods sell caricatures
of men and women who have been for centuries
want to be other women and men
Real heroism is needed for this
With modest emotion and sincerity
Perhaps a stimulating meeting?
Or jealousy to justify the choice
Yes, I fully share this annoyance
to decorate our lives
But wisdom is (still) something else.

Wichard Ragner, de 4th day of 2019