In any given moment,
something is so much
alive that the honest
witness could die of it.
It is neither beautiful
nor ugly, only vast––
and true.
Only This
In the dark times.
In the dark times.
In any given moment,
something is so much
alive that the honest
witness could die of it.
It is neither beautiful
nor ugly, only vast––
and true.
Clear and astonishing. Thank you for this piece. I will keep it near my heart.
Richard, I am moved by this gesture. Thank you.
“Vast and True.” 🙏
Absolutely.
Many years ago (decades) I found a brochure in a ditch at the side of a gravel road. It was from one of the organized religious groups bent on saving souls. Enough about that. Anyway, it was on the back of it that I first read the words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Regardless of my belief system, these were some of the most powerful word I’ve ever read and have more or less become a personal mantra. The words have a way of stopping me in my tracks and bringing me to a momentary state of “presence”. This all came immediately to mind when I read your powerful poem/insight.
That line is very close to my heart. Once, during a particularly challenging life phase, I found a piece of wood , stained it, and stenciled the words across it, to hang on the wall as a reminder. I no longer live in that space, nor do I need the words visible, they are so deeply ingrained. Thank you so much for sharing this, Chris! It certainly adds to my appreciation of kindred sensibilities : )
Some of the most beautiful Words ever written. “Be still” is part with which I struggle the most, but when I am, He Speaks.
So hard to be still when I’m not remembering that’s the whole point : )
Intriguing – especially the concept of an “honest witness”. This a thought-provoking piece.
Thank you!
Gorgeous! One of your best.
Bartholomew, thank you!
Your poem felt like a hug from the universe. Vast and true.
Allie, this is such a joy to hear. Thank you.
Yes! Very apt, Allie.