I got away from writing poetry, but I felt it nibbling at the corners of that part of me throughout this hectic summer. As I get ready for the next part of the doctoral journey, I spent more time writing purpose statements, editing them, and edging closer to something workable. With a full course load in September, I know my schedule will look different. Something I need daily is silence and pauses where things percolate academically and creatively. I got back to my yoga mat more this last week or two and I feel good with the silence that I find in those moments. It is another meditative space where wisdom comes calling.
Rush,
Seek blindly
Grasp and cling.
Be present—
Pause—
Receive each moment’s gift.
Gently wrapped—
A bow in place—
Wisdom concealed.
In spacious silence—
A wordless symphony—
Plays serene melody.
Unrecognized tailor—
Silence stitches—
Weaves life whole.
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