Many of us seek simplicity

Many of us seek simplicity.

The actual richness of life, however

-          lies elsewhere → in complexity

Ecological awareness teaches me always

That stability is enhanced by complexity.

And I have learned that beauty is likewise

built by it.

So, what to make of our

…..perennial search for simplicity…?

Perhaps this is

-          a matter best illustrated by - maps.

Excellent maps often involve overlays

So I will attempt to understand

Complexity - by adding layers,

First layer being the “base-map” of everyday reality

Then more layers,

The characters found in the action

Their behavior

A little stormy weather

    -     thrown in for good measure

Then some

Random accidents

and I realize…

      -       simplicity is nowhere

to be found.

                                                                                   William P. Mueller