clay mixed with water
with gentle slow strokes
pulled, stretched and kneaded
the potter spins.
clay firmly stable
yet still so callow
green to leather
the potter trims.
clay dry and pliable
with purpose known
usefulness unarguable
the potter introduces fire.
clay burning hot
internal tectonic changes
new lattices form
the potter knows.
clay standing tall
beauty to behold
a worthy vessel
the potter’s joy.
- Ibukun Gbenga-Ojo