rebuilding

I build muscle.
I lift the heavy barbell.
up and down.
curls.
deep thrusts. I see
the bulge
in my legs, my arms.
each day
I see the strength
return. I see my body
renew itself
with sweat and
repetition.
but that's nothing
compared to the work
done within. the prayer.
the books read,
the advice and comfort
of friends.
the music.
the love. the embrace
of wisdom.
the heart is healed
once the truth
is known, and you've
let go of what
was revealed.