Poetry is to Music as Lyric is to Soul

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Monday Music

Monday Music Monday put a nickel in the jukebox And this is what He heard: “There are hundreds of ways, Hundreds of ways, To kneel and kiss the ground.” And so he did. Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, November 22, 2020

Be Thou My Vision

Be Thou My Vision Be Thou my vision, Oh Lord of my life. Not be all else to me, Save that Thou art. I would choose to see Not but Tat Sat. Only the the Light within That forms from Thy Holy Love, Shall guide and direct me On the puzzling paths of life. ***** Be Thou my vision Oh Lord over all. Grant that Thy Will Becomes my desire. In Thee, oh Holy One Is Truth and Life, and Fullness Of Forgiving. Shams says, “A better way to live.” Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, November 21, 2020

The Breathless Flute

The Breathless Flute The song of love Now silent. The flute, an empty reed. Without your breath, No music, No melody of Love. Dear Friend, you are essential. Without you, The symphony, incomplete. Take this hollow reed, my friend. Now blow with passion’s strength. Life is calling forth your song. Surrender breath. Take up the reed. Let Love, your breath, employ. Your song fills God With joy. Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, November 20, 2020

Maintaining Your Earthsuit

Maintaining Your Earthsuit Before we came here, We were issued our earthsuit. It is a masterpiece Of technical perfection. Self correcting, self repairing, This garment is a miracle. Anyone who has ever been injured, Knows this. It was designed by The Master-Creator. ***** Precious pilgrim, We are responsible for the maintainence Of our suit. It must be fed, It must be exercised. It needs its water full. ***** Praise The Almighty For this gift, By keeping it maintained. Exercise and eat good... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, November 19, 2020

The Hot Air Balloon of Unity

The Hot Air Balloon of Unity He stood at the fence, Peering through a knothole. How much greener, Appeared the grass on the other side. He clawed at the opening To make it larger. A sound behind him Siezed his attention, And he turned. A hot air balloon Wafted toward him. A rope ladder hung down. As it passed above, He lept as if he could fly. Clinging to the rope, He climbed higher. And, looking down, He could see The fence crossed a single field, And the grass was green all over. Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Obscenities

Obscenities Our legislative government Has become obscene. Our priorities, also obscene. Who do we think, we are? Real citizens are suffering. It was time for real relief Five months ago, When our representatives Passed a comprehensive relief bill. Our Senators acted like feudal Lords. Who is in charge here? It is not, we, the people. We, the people, are hurting. The moral character of a nation Is on trial. How we treat the least of these Shall determine our fate. Perhaps, the road to hell Looks... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Frog Kissing 101 Rate This Kissing frogs is risky. The following ru

Frog Kissing 101 Rate This Kissing frogs is risky. The following rules apply: Get to know your frog, first. Kiss your frog only on the lips. Hug every frog you meet. Take a frog to lunch. Know that a kiss may result in your becoming a frog. Frogs make poor spouses. Some of my best friends are frogs. He met a frog, one day, While walking in the woods. Upon a log, the frog did sit. Looking fine, and strong, and sleek. She winked and smiled as he passed by. “Buddy can you spare a kiss?,” she... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, November 16, 2020

This Silence Screams

This Silence Screams The brain was so tired That it finally fell silent. The universe screamed its Truth In whispers sweet and clear. ***** In this soil of silence, A heart seed is planted. The tree of awareness that grows Shall bless the whole earth. Words come, amd words go Like birds on their daily rounds. We watch with fascination, As they come, dance before us, Then, move on. Watch for the space in between. Rest in the peace and joy Of no thought. Creator said it, “Be still, and know that... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, November 15, 2020

Breathe with the Earth

Breathe with the Earth On this plane, Timing is everything. The Earth has a rhythm. Your heart knows the beat. Coordinate your breath. Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, November 14, 2020

The Consumer Fallacy

The Consumer Fallacy Consuming is a natural part of life. But, it was never designed to be a primary life goal. Nor was it ever going to succeed As a primary engine of our economy. ***** Humans are not, primarily, consumers. We are creators, for the most part. We are to pollinate the planet With our Love. ***** Do not let your busy-ness Blind you to the beauty Of the flowers all around. Abundant thriving Is the rule here on earth. Joyous co-creating, The Path that brings us mirth. Let’s coin a... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, November 13, 2020

Choose Your Day

Choose Your Day Make a list: To do or not to do. But, not before your daily check-in With God, Almighty. She may have plans for you. Listen, listen, listen To your own Heartsong. We are Holy Holy’s Children, With no exceptions. So, make a plan. Offer your self For Loving Service. Be melting snow Before the Great, Sacred Sun. Walk with your naked heart Shining! Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Helmet of Salvation

Helmet of Salvation St. Paul adjured us to put it on. What is this helmet of salvation? My Murshida (teacher) honored me When, in a dream, she and her Sister Presented me with my own helmet. It was made of the latest plastic. On the top, was a telescoping antenna. In the front, a bright light on a snake. ***** It took me several days to unpack All the blessings of the gift. Now, Shams knows The Secret of Salvation. He wants to share it, But, cannot. Helmet of Protection, Helmet of Truth, The... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Fifteen Minutes of Beauty

Fifteen Minutes of Beauty Dear Ones, We have been honored To begin each day With our most beautiful creation: Connection with Creator. ***** Shams is calling this, ‘Morning Church.’ Life is God’s Gift To Us. Creating the Beauty we Love, Is our gift to God/ess in Loving response. Shams says, “I have a blessing to give away.” Come close to receive it. It is just this – Dance, Study, Sing, Read. Play your reed, Sit in the Aweful Silence. Breathe this Life in hard Before starting your day. We will... Sign in to see full entry.

To Protect and Serve

To Protect and Serve The social contract includes Our right to live in peace and civility. And so we created the constable. to protect us And to serve, Like helping our kitten from the tree. When did we decide that our constables Needed military equipment? Why did we ever believe That our officers needed training To be a predator, prepared to kill? Why did we ever demand That our constables Handle all our social ills? Can we agree That this has not worked? There is good news: To be human means... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, November 6, 2020

Be Thou My Vision

Be Thou My Vision Be Thou my vision, Oh Lord of my life. Not be all else to me, Save that Thou art. I would choose to see Not but Tat Sat. Only the the Light within That forms from Thy Holy Love, Shall guide and direct me On the puzzling paths of life. ***** Be Thou my vision Oh Lord over all. Grant that Thy Will Becomes my desire. In Thee, oh Holy One Is Truth and Life, and Fullness Of Forgiving. Shams says, “A better way to live.” Sign in to see full entry.

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