Spirits In a Mason Jar
A Bluegrass Song with No Music
Black no sugar
Gin straight up
Fear of mixing
Fill my cup
See the truth
of what we are
Spirits in a mason jar
Unhinge the lid
Take a swig
Break the glass
Dance the jig
We are only what we are
Spirits in a mason jar
You’re moonshine
That is all I see
Sunshine
Be yourself, not me
Lemonade
No need for ice
Grab a nickel
Pay the price
We are only what we are
Spirits in a mason jar
You’re moonshine
That is all I see
Sunshine
Be yourself, not me
Mason jars
Up on the shelf
Corks in bottles
Trapped in self
Me’s and You’s
Afraid to fall
Earthquake come
and break us all
You’re moonshine
That is all I see
Sunshine
Be yourself, not me
Black no sugar
Gin straight up
Fear of mixing
Fill my cup
Taste the truth
in what we are
Spirits in a mason jar
A Poetic Exploration of Identity and Authenticity
In the whimsical verses we weave, there’s a profound exploration of identity, authenticity, and the inherent freedom in embracing our true selves. The imagery of spirits in a mason jar serves as a metaphor for the essence of our being, encapsulated within the physical and societal constraints that often define and confine us.
Embracing Simplicity and Purity
The preference for black coffee without sugar, gin straight up, signifies a yearning for purity, an unadulterated experience of life without the embellishments that often disguise its true nature. This simplicity reflects a desire to confront reality as it is, to see the truth of what we are beyond the layers that society imposes.
Breaking Free from Conventional Constraints
The act of unhinging the lid, taking a swig, breaking the glass, and dancing the jig symbolizes a liberation from these constraints. It’s a celebration of the raw, unfiltered essence of our existence, an acceptance and expression of our innate nature, unburdened by external influences and expectations.
Recognition of Individuality and Authentic Self-expression
The repeated chorus, “You’re moonshine, that is all I see, Sunshine, be yourself, not me,” is an ode to individuality and authenticity. It’s an acknowledgment that each of us shines in our unique way, like moonshine or sunshine, and the importance of being true to oneself rather than conforming to the expectations of others.
The Illusion of Separation and the Call for Unity
The imagery of mason jars on a shelf and corks in bottles metaphorically represents how we, as individuals, often isolate ourselves, trapped in our self-imposed limitations and identities. The call for an ‘earthquake’ to break us all suggests a longing for a collective awakening, a shattering of these illusions of separation that divide “Me’s” and “You’s.”
A Reminder of Our Shared Essence and Collective Journey
In essence, the poem is a reminder that we are only what we are – spirits in a mason jar. It’s a call to embrace our authentic selves, to break free from societal norms, and to recognize the shared essence that binds us all in our collective journey through the cosmos.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We are delving into the poetic imagery of being spirits in a mason jar, exploring themes of identity, authenticity, and freedom. The verses celebrate simplicity, encourage breaking free from constraints, recognize individuality, and call for unity by shattering the illusions of separation. It’s a reminder to embrace our true selves and acknowledge our shared essence in this cosmic dance.
Glossarium
- Spirits in a Mason Jar: A metaphor for the essence of our being, contained within physical and societal boundaries.
- Moonshine/Sunshine: Symbols of individuality and authentic self-expression.
- Earthquake: A metaphor for a transformative event that breaks down barriers and illusions of separation.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
A Free-Verse Poem: Spirits Unbound
In the realm of spirits,
Contained in glass,
We find ourselves,
Echoes of the past.
Black coffee, no sugar,
Gin, straight and pure,
A longing for truth,
In a world obscure.
Dance the jig of freedom,
Break the mason jar,
Unleash the spirit,
Shine like a star.
Moonshine in darkness,
Sunshine in day,
Be true to thyself,
In every way.
Jars on the shelf,
Corks in the bottle,
Trapped in ourselves,
In societal throttle.
But come the quake,
The great awakening,
Shattering glass,
Boundaries breaking.
For we are more,
Than spirits contained,
In the dance of life,
Forever unchained.
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