I AM MANATEE

          I am Manatee.  Gentle spirit with an ugly face.

          I am Manatee filled with Love.  Love for earth which grows my food.  Love for water which supports my life.  Love for air which gives me breath.  Love for sun which warms my back.

          I am Manatee filled with Love.  Love for life which is so sweet.  Love for death which helps me grow.  Love for each day in between--each precious, joyous, love-filled day.

          I am Manatee.  Swim with me.  See the glory of my home.  See Sun reflected from sand and stone.  See liquid Sun through liquid dome.  See shimmering light surrounding you--loving you--recalling you.

          I am Manatee.  Gentle spirit with an ugly face.  Love embodied in a state of Grace.