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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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As sift of sand slipped from my hand I chanced to see before me a wondrous gift... Reality. No foolish fantasy could offer me this sacred sight so clearly; the beauty of a life’s story lies openly upon the earth naturally, the bounty of which can be found as easily in the lowliest ebony depths of a muddy ditch as within coveted cerulean skies, or upon waves of titanium white as they curl and twitch atop the most tempestuous cobalt seas. In search of the purpose of past, I cast about aimlessly seeking simple solutions, pondering life’s never-ending mysteries while the surround sound of noisey screeching gulls teased me, enticed me to crawl over sharp shin-scraping wretched rocks on the jetty, when all along, beneath my wandering feet sacred smooth stones sighed repeatedly: We are all one. We are all one. We are all one. Not being one to consciously comprehend higher math or elusive elaborate formulas, this simple message became my absorption, a vision quest of Unity, my samadhi: Reality. Though it is whatever each one chooses it to be, in the end we are all one. ~samadhi~ non-dualistic, reaching a higher level of concentration through meditation |
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Chalmette Guy Senior Member
since 2009-03-11
Posts 1257Louisiana |
Hey Kacy, did you know there is a song by Live called "Secret Samadhi"? I am trying for my Samadhi right now. This a secret little gem here. |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo dear Kacy, I don't know about you, however, I'm 100% behind reality. There's nothing like it. Love Bobby |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
CG, I didn't know that, thanks for the tip!  Have a great week, mon ami.Bobby, me too. Reality is amazing. However, I do enjoy some fantasy time.  |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
I really enjoyed reading this Kacy! ~  ARCTIC WIND |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
I too am all for reality, and it was brought home firmly the other day when I dropped a three pound sledge on my right big toe...even the left big toe hurt. That portion of 'reality' I can do without! But I loved your portion, my friend, as usual. In reality of toe... j. |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Kacy, this gem with its simplicity and its complexity is a many facetted ruby, or a glass of very select red wine, with its vibrant depths and smooth surfaces of perfection. You need to reach the world with this - and so very, very many of your exquisite poems - what about a book??? Owl |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Oh no, Jimmy, is the toe smashed? That is a reality I could do without too! Thanks for taking time to read. I'll say a healing prayer/chant for that toe!!! Diana, I've thought about a book, but not made any steps in that direction yet. Thank you for such a great reply to this particular poem. It was originally posted in a smaller forum (Poetic Haven) in April 2004, and just needed a small edit update. It is still one of my personal favorites. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (06-25-2009 07:38 AM).] |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
That was a very enjoyable post dear Kacy and a thought provoking one as well. Love Lindsay |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Midnitesun - you write of reality well, and yes, it's whatever one makes of it... BC |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
effective, personal expression of enlightenment/philosophic 'Universalism' (Dhyāna/Chan/Zen in Sanskrit/Buddhism) ... I am particularly fond of: "the beauty of a life’s story lies openly upon the earth naturally, the bounty of which can be found as easily in the lowliest ebony depths of a muddy ditch as within coveted cerulean skies, or upon waves of titanium white as they curl and twitch atop the most tempestuous cobalt seas." applause for this 'penning' !! |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I popped in to see if there was a reply to my reply and got drunk on this delicious ruby red wine/got lost in the depths of this wine red ruby again! I am glad you have thought of a book, Kacy. Please think of it some more. You would be doing a service to humanity. Owl |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Yes, indeed! "We are all one", dear Zen Mistress! Namaste EA |
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adagio Member
since 2005-03-19
Posts 449Marrero, La. |
Yes we are all one lovely work adagio --still out there |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Peace permeates your words, dear Kacy. The awareness of being One changes our perception of the world and of humanity. Life's sacredness unfolds, even in a sand grain. Love the whole poem, it is a gem indeed, but the favorite expression is: quote: Yes, I would be happy to be able to buy a book of yours! Love, Margherita |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
To each of you, my heart smiles a thank you. Adagio, it is a special joy to see your name here. I think of you and your lady each day I view my garden. My 'Leah' tribute is a white blooming sage. The fragrant old world roses that line the walkway in the back yard now have a nickname as well... Leah's Bountiful Beauties. |
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