In the new light
in which I see myself,
there’s no more room
for grudging thoughts —

(grudging acceptance,
grudging allowance
for the needs and presence
of another)

I am not justified
in seeing anyone
with something less than love

This is, after all,
my whole being. I have no presence
except the presence of my love.
No point in striving
for some other goal —
only in loving
am I whole.

©Wendy Mulhern
July 8, 2017