Guides 

Almost artifacts themselves, so picturesque,
 so stoic, so cool as the marble-walled world 
that surrounds their life – day in, day out.
Almost unnoticeable as they move so swiftly
 down the corridors, echoing melodies of tragedy, 
love, and grace – yet they remain temperature-controlled, 
buttoned and collared.

when we step away from our books, our lessons,
our ideas, and face the immortalized souls hung 
on the walls – gazing at each other in perpetual tranquility, 
we see them bound tirelessly to the age of their last breath – 
each brushstroke, carving, and touch of life bound within our 
commitment to animate them. 

Almost artifacts, those who live to guide and guard the 
eternal achievements of past hands – almost overlooked.