That Simple Act

I doubt
for most of us

when tying a string around something

we anticipate it needing to hold tight

securing for the ages

what is held within it's wrappings

We employ techniques

learned as children

struggling to tie our shoes

finally moving beyond capture of feet

to packages and thoughts

When tying I remember

who taught me

the patience required

of teacher and student

and the wide scope

of life lessons

attached to that simple act.

Wrap with care.

The first two photos above were taken at the Yakima, WA History Museum.