still water

still water
does not always
run deep.
take this tub
I'm about to sink
into. it's only
a foot of warm
clear water, give
or take an inch
or two.
but it's enough.
and the same
goes for you.
not everyone needs
to be well read,
well coiffed,
polished and
certified with
a diploma.
you know when to
be quiet, something
I haven't learned
to do quite yet.
teach me.