To name a thing is to give it power, yes,
a certain definition,
a size and a shape.

To name a thing also hedges it in,
contains it to those dimensions,
limits by the very terms used.

What has occurred so far
has been beautiful and glorious,
magical,
and I fear the power of naming.
Could we avoid that for now
and maintain a sense of freedom
for just a little while longer?

And if you feel the need for security,
insist upon naming,
as so many do,
might I suggest,
“Consultant-at-large?”