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Interlocking Rings

interlocking rings space to be together time to be apart giving each other the freedom of expression while also bestowing love

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We?

If every man is part of me, and I am part of he, the question still remains, “OK, but who are we?”

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All About Me

I thought I knew how to love you, but it always turns out to be me loving me. Loving you hoping you will love me Helping you so you will help me Feeling angry and rejected if you do not … Continue reading

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Idle Versus Lazy

Idleness is not necessarily laziness. We need time to reflect, rejuvenate, relax. Is life only about working to buy one more thing we could easily do without? I am learning the joy of being idle. I live without appointments, schedules, … Continue reading

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Creating Rituals

I find I need rituals, reminders of what I value in life. Cycles give me structure and comfort me. R eminders to stop and recall I nstances of connection T eaching, filling U pon wisdom does more wisdom grow A … Continue reading

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Failure

I thought I could but I failed, again. Shall I quit? The task seems impossible. I lie on the floor and cry. My puppy licks the tears on my cheeks. He chases his tail, barks at his shadow, bites my … Continue reading

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Fly Away

I want to fly, soar above the trees, ride the currents to faraway lands; fly with beetles, birds, and butterflies, drift through the sky of freedom. Alas, I am of the Earth, not of the air, so where do I … Continue reading

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Just Like Me

Oh, no! She’s coming, such a gossip and bore is she. Why does God put such people in my life for the woman reminds me of me. ********************* This poem is not autobiographical.

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Patriotism

Let my patriotism be for the world united where all are brothers, the banner of love flying high.

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Save the World

Save the world Stop the evil… Too big a job for me, Lord. My training wheels still wobble, my knees are scabby; I’ve not yet learned how to save me. Be a peace, Wee One, I ask only for your … Continue reading

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Integration

integration enter grateful inside the circle of love

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Useless Wisdom

Why do birds and flowers fill the Earth, clear streams tumble by, vistas display soaring mountains, sea shells decorate sandy shores? Why did God make this Earth full of beauty? And why have we relentlessly soiled and destroyed this precious … Continue reading

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Big Eye

Big Eye all seeing but understanding little until I becomes we united to 1

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Put Out the Fire

Put out the fire. The fields and floresta burn. Our Mother rumbles in the belly of the Earth. Put out the fire. Wake-up children, a new day dawns. Greed is being transformed by love. Put out the fire. The fields … Continue reading

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In and Out

I go in and out of believing. How is it that I can be so sure some times and so afraid it is wishful thinking other days? At times my “What ifs…” feel so heavy upon my back, other times, … Continue reading

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Leaders?

Why do we follow leaders, placing all our hopes in them? There are many wise ones who point the way, encourage us when we are down, help us to see our worth. Yet, there is a price to pay–for them … Continue reading

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Traveler

Pack on back, the traveler walks seeking, examining all along the way. Through the mountain passes, down into verdant valleys, one foot in front of the other. He walks with firmness, sure of his final destination, if not his journey. … Continue reading

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My Own Way

God, Allah, Creator, Source Fragrance in the wind Twinkle of a star Whisper in my soul Thunder on a summer day The Presence of God is everywhere, yet we know Him not. I am within the mountain, yet feel so … Continue reading

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Don’t Spoil the Party

Do not spoil the party; let others have their joy. Your doubt and fears are your own lessons. Let others be as they are, for each must find his own way.

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Numbers

The ancients used numbers as symbols and codes. The mathematical equations are stories told, individual letters and words explain spiritual concepts. It is a conundrum that alone we can not unite with the Creator. As one, our own light is … Continue reading

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Phantom Rain

I hear the rain when it is not there, soft patters on the roof, drips from the trees. If my longing for the rain creates it for my heart, what does this yearning for my Creator do? It connects me … Continue reading

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Shades of Green

How many shades of green color the pallet of the floresta? How many kinds of love fill our lives? We say that we love chocolate, puppies, our children, family, friends, and, oh yes, God. Are there shades of love or … Continue reading

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Crooked Trees

Why are some trees crooked and others straight and tall? God makes us different in many ways, and simply loves us all.

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Enough Is Enough

When is enough, enough? Why do we long for more? If the sustenance is empty, one eats his fill, yet is never satisfied. Eat only the Bread of Life for all else is illusion, leaving us hungry for more.

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Peace by Piece

Peace is spread one person at a time. If I am not at peace, how can I expect someone else to be? Attend to your own heart first. Learn to love and live in harmony so others can learn from … Continue reading

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