Facing Forward, Pursuing Progress
hands held in the night
comforting in the darkness
as autumn approachesa
A little haiku i wrote a few months back. I thought it reflects a key part of what love is. Especially the kind of love that lasts for decades.
I reject the paradigm of rage
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I see the world very much like “The Reluctant Xtian” does. I, too, have buried many people. Have my son who I adore. My wife, my parents, dear friends….I, too, want the communication of “I love you” to be the last thing I say, or hear. So, give this a read. It’s an important call to action, call to life.
My wife picked up my phone and saw the latest text exchange with one of my best friends and colleagues, now in New Mexico. As the sign off I said, “Love you.” “Love you, too,” he texted back. She started making kissy faces and saying, “Aww…so sweet. You and your boyfriend.” We laughed, and she […]
Lacking compassion
Says so much more about you
Than any words can
This haiku came to me after reading “Houston Dad Handles Bully Beautifully“.
When facing evil
Focusing fully on grace
Always seek to grow
Grace can accomplish many great things, as it requires courage to step forward in such a way.
There is no such thing
As too much compassion
Sunlight calls to me
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This is my challenge
Stare inwards free of judgement
Embrace compassion
This is my challenge
Stare inwards free of judgement
Embrace compassion