Nature offersA multitude of giftsTreasures unknownOrUnderappreciatedCan we pauseSee these offeringsandReceive themWith gratitude? Might their presenceMove our worldToward a cleansingOf greedAnd prejudiceDerisionAnd judgementEvilAnd violenceLiesAnd deception?Can we crack openOur shellsRemove our armorAnd reclineIn a fieldOf lavenderSubmergeIn a coolMountain lakeClimb intoThe armsOf an ancientElm treeFlop into the embraceOf newly fallenSnowAnd wave our armsOverhead throughThe white crystals?Can we seeContinue reading “Nature’s Gifts”
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Love Our Shadows?
How is that possible?Love the parts of usWe hide in the darkHoping others do not notice?Love our shadows?How is that possible?It would requireAttentionLoving, compassionateAttentionTo the pieces of usWhich we wish to deny.Love our shadows?Illuminate those cornersWhere our woundsReclineDeep withinHidden away in shameHow is that possible?Love our shadows?What does that ask of us?To let go ofContinue reading “Love Our Shadows?”
Crumbs for the Journey 