By Sandra Cisneros
Seek a pirul tree and sit
beneath immediately.
Remove from
ears and tongue,
words.
Fast from same.
Soak in a tub of seclusion.
Rinse face with wind.
In extreme cases, douse
oneself with sky. Then,
swab gently with clouds.
Dress in clean, pressed pajamas.
Preferably white.
Hold close to the heart,
chihuahuas. Kiss and
be kissed by same.
Consume a cool glass of night.
Read poetry that inspires poetry.
Write until temperament
returns to calm.
Place moonlight in a bowl.
Sleep beside and
dream of white flowers.