Become.

Celmins, Night Shy #2, 1985

FACING NORTH

Ninety billion galaxies in this one tiny universe—

a billion seconds make thirty-two years.

No matter how many ways we conceive it,

this generous wedge called Ursa Major

more than fills my sight.

But now, as I turn to put out the lights

and give my dog her bedtime cookie,

my eyes become the handle of the great Milky Way,
and carry it into the house.

Dan Gerber