I appreciate hearing from you again on this last day of our Dive, Nancy. Thank you for your constancy here, your insight, your "kindling"—I'm fortunate to be walking this earth at the same time as you.
I also appreciate the reference to The Porch. I'll check it out!
Rumi paints such a vivid picture in so few words. I had the feeling in me of opening and of that kindling of a fire of peace. It would be so lovely to have that fire spread!
Can’t go wrong with Rumi!
Vigils are neither passive nor idle.
There is beauty in their
active waiting and watching.
They stay awake day and night
speaking truth to power through songs, pictures, and poems;
doing love, peace, and justice;
showing empathy and compassion; and
reaching for connection.
Also, “kindle” is a great verb!
While the whole world sleeps,
some stay watchful
illuminating the darkness,
lighting the way
to bring something new into being,
and hoping to arouse others
to join their wakefulness.
A constant theme throughout Waging Peace: Stay awake! Keep vigil!
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Just an aside, Phyllis…
I just stumbled on this and thought
Back Porch Productions may want to meet The Porch:
https://www.theporchcommunity.net/?kuid=c0b6940d-8802-4141-89cd-a0b81274c7a4&kref=r03QFZ25T9rK
“…we seek to discover and tell stories of connection, creativity, and courage toward the common good.”
I have yet to explore it more thoroughly, but I am intrigued.
I appreciate hearing from you again on this last day of our Dive, Nancy. Thank you for your constancy here, your insight, your "kindling"—I'm fortunate to be walking this earth at the same time as you.
I also appreciate the reference to The Porch. I'll check it out!
I waited then as I wait now.
Believing in the universe of love
and holding fast to a faith
that prays for open hearts to prevail.
Waiting. Believing. Holding fast.
Rumi paints such a vivid picture in so few words. I had the feeling in me of opening and of that kindling of a fire of peace. It would be so lovely to have that fire spread!
Amen, sister!