Not the Daughter of Louhi
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The moral of the legend, of the tale
Of Lemminkäinen comes through
To minds refusing to be straight. They sail
Like Tuonela’s swan. They swim the true
Quest, quoting manly myths. He did not need
That woman as his lover or his bride.
The greater truths too easily recede
When straighter attitudes prevent the stride
To strength and beauty when despite your heart
Full-knowing that the shapes you want are there
Beside you always waiting with pure heart
Of man not snapping ambush or a snare.
Accept the black that sails along with black.
Accept that feast and not a female snack.
Sibelius : The Swan of Tuonela – Karajan*
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