The door is ajar, oh so slightly,
But the gatekeeper guards it well.
Is it push or pull to gain access?
Only the gatekeeper can tell.
Are there treasures within to be defended?
Do these riches belong to himself? or
Secured for another, what lies inside?
Only the gatekeeper can tell.
Will pushing reveal his story?
Hidden, a story of self? or
Teasing with tempting persuasion?
Only the gatekeeper can tell.
Is pulling at door the answer?
In effort to see so much wealth?
Perhaps it’s revolving, a spinning collusion?
Only the gatekeeper can tell.
Connections within and without there,
A maze that leads to deep well,
A thread to return to safe haven,
Only the gatekeeper can tell
If sentinel shields with fierce fury,
Custodial protection against peril.
Is guarding the gate the price of his fate?
Only the gatekeeper can tell.
scottishmomus 