..............I was reminded of water:
The greatest goodness is like water,
Water serves all,
yet never strives for itself.
Rippling, rolling, climbing and plunging
Water seeks only to flow along unimpeded
Feeding and replenishing life, while staying true to itself
Water though a tangible feature,
it is its intangible nature that keeps it alive!
Maybe the world rotates around the sun, but I revolve under the stars.............
Thursday, January 29, 2004
Saturday, January 17, 2004
Answers for today
Whereas you’ve yet to ask these questions:
The answer is I desire to be with people.
This is probably a need for social recognition, with the intent to influence those around me, while creating friendships and personable interactions. I believe that my core is based on a strong people orientation for I always seem to be meeting and/or enjoying the company of other people.
I do believe I have a good sense of humor, and I usually know when to lighten an awkward or difficult situation, how to amuse and entertain those around me with laughter (though this could be a shield), and I use light conversation to keep people focused on the positive, it is also helpful in identifying those who are not friendly by nature!I honestly feel very optimistic and this is usually considered favorably by those who happen to be around me. My perception is half full, more than seemingly empty. When asked, those who know me say that I do have a way of generating enthusiasm in others and myself, often involving many people who might not be inclined or initially motivated to get involved.
One of my great strengths is my ability to communicate and converse readily, of course with that in mind; I admit that I can talk too much! Whereas I think of myself as a natural communicator, this is often enhanced by my willingness to explore conversations about most any topics with whoever is present. The most common remark made about me is that I am a natural salesman, someone who listens attentively and mirrors back that which is spoken into me. I believe this why I am generally perceived as likeable and approachable, someone who is very sociable in my own assertive and straight forward style.
It is within this style that I seem to be more capable of showing empathy towards the needs and feelings of others, and this draws people to me. Often, even those who do not share my religious convictions, nor my desire for full disclosure, seem to be able to look beyond what they are afraid of within me, and seek to engage me anyway! I see myself as:Enthusiastic about activities and involvements. Somewhat diplomatic with almost every kind of person. I trust that I am a good citizen as well as socially poised and people oriented. I am morally inclined to do the right thing, without being presupposed to having a ready excuse when I fail and/or willingly do what’s wrong. I see myself as a friend, lover, confidant and soul mate!
Maybe not everyone likes me, but I do still try to learn to like everybody.
The answer is I desire to be with people.
This is probably a need for social recognition, with the intent to influence those around me, while creating friendships and personable interactions. I believe that my core is based on a strong people orientation for I always seem to be meeting and/or enjoying the company of other people.
I do believe I have a good sense of humor, and I usually know when to lighten an awkward or difficult situation, how to amuse and entertain those around me with laughter (though this could be a shield), and I use light conversation to keep people focused on the positive, it is also helpful in identifying those who are not friendly by nature!I honestly feel very optimistic and this is usually considered favorably by those who happen to be around me. My perception is half full, more than seemingly empty. When asked, those who know me say that I do have a way of generating enthusiasm in others and myself, often involving many people who might not be inclined or initially motivated to get involved.
One of my great strengths is my ability to communicate and converse readily, of course with that in mind; I admit that I can talk too much! Whereas I think of myself as a natural communicator, this is often enhanced by my willingness to explore conversations about most any topics with whoever is present. The most common remark made about me is that I am a natural salesman, someone who listens attentively and mirrors back that which is spoken into me. I believe this why I am generally perceived as likeable and approachable, someone who is very sociable in my own assertive and straight forward style.
It is within this style that I seem to be more capable of showing empathy towards the needs and feelings of others, and this draws people to me. Often, even those who do not share my religious convictions, nor my desire for full disclosure, seem to be able to look beyond what they are afraid of within me, and seek to engage me anyway! I see myself as:Enthusiastic about activities and involvements. Somewhat diplomatic with almost every kind of person. I trust that I am a good citizen as well as socially poised and people oriented. I am morally inclined to do the right thing, without being presupposed to having a ready excuse when I fail and/or willingly do what’s wrong. I see myself as a friend, lover, confidant and soul mate!
Maybe not everyone likes me, but I do still try to learn to like everybody.
Sunday, January 11, 2004
Sometimes
Sometimes, people come into our lives and our past experiences have either ill prepared us for there indomitable spirit, or worse, our past experiences have robbed us of the essential resources necessary to maintain our connection and sustain our growth with this new person.
Sometimes even, within the context of our very being, there exist a parallel world that seeks to connect and divide us neatly into little powerful copies of ourselves. Resource centers really, of what we will need up the road. Unfortunately, in our arrogance, or ignorance, we refuse to allow ourselves to be divided for the good, yet we are nevertheless divided.
Sometimes, I have had to say to someone who needs to hear it the least, sorry for this, but I am unable to continue with you, nor am I in a position to consider an alternative to removing you from my life.
Sometimes, this is because of who they want to be.
Sometimes, this is because of who they refuse to be.
Sometimes, this is because of who they chose to be with.
Sometimes, this is because of whom they have been with.
Sometimes, like this time right here, all I really have is the sense of a decision set in motion before my coming, because of my coming, that I can no longer undo alone.
Sometimes, like this time right here, all I really have is the vision of a beautiful tomorrow, denied, today.
Sometimes, like this time right here, all I really have is the need to care, seeking the vessel into which to pour out my continual ability to care, needing only to be cared for, and yet, seeing that not possibly coming into fruition!
Sometimes, like this time right here. all I really have is the thought for me, and for them: the best thing to do is smile! For Sometimes, just like each and every time before this one, the Wisconsin sun did indeed set beyond the plains of the unseen Dakotas, so why should today be any different.
I know, is there a question(s) contained in all of that? Honestly, I do not really know.Though I have a strong feeling I am about to find out!
Sometimes even, within the context of our very being, there exist a parallel world that seeks to connect and divide us neatly into little powerful copies of ourselves. Resource centers really, of what we will need up the road. Unfortunately, in our arrogance, or ignorance, we refuse to allow ourselves to be divided for the good, yet we are nevertheless divided.
Sometimes, I have had to say to someone who needs to hear it the least, sorry for this, but I am unable to continue with you, nor am I in a position to consider an alternative to removing you from my life.
Sometimes, this is because of who they want to be.
Sometimes, this is because of who they refuse to be.
Sometimes, this is because of who they chose to be with.
Sometimes, this is because of whom they have been with.
Sometimes, like this time right here, all I really have is the sense of a decision set in motion before my coming, because of my coming, that I can no longer undo alone.
Sometimes, like this time right here, all I really have is the vision of a beautiful tomorrow, denied, today.
Sometimes, like this time right here, all I really have is the need to care, seeking the vessel into which to pour out my continual ability to care, needing only to be cared for, and yet, seeing that not possibly coming into fruition!
Sometimes, like this time right here. all I really have is the thought for me, and for them: the best thing to do is smile! For Sometimes, just like each and every time before this one, the Wisconsin sun did indeed set beyond the plains of the unseen Dakotas, so why should today be any different.
I know, is there a question(s) contained in all of that? Honestly, I do not really know.Though I have a strong feeling I am about to find out!
Saturday, January 03, 2004
Chewed
Chewed
Did you see that old dog
Or was it even a dog at all
Coming along and just
Seeing the bone exposed there
Feeling all that painI wondered about you
Has the dog of this life eaten you yet, or
Is it still grinding upon You ceaselessly within
The jaws of its despair
Maybe the thought of it all
Roils your flesh with the fear of
Its ability to pass you by
Nothing is something, Sometimes
Are you the bone
Or are those your
Jaws clenched so tightly
upon the marrow
Of this old life
Did you see that old dog
Or was it even a dog at all
Coming along and just
Seeing the bone exposed there
Feeling all that painI wondered about you
Has the dog of this life eaten you yet, or
Is it still grinding upon You ceaselessly within
The jaws of its despair
Maybe the thought of it all
Roils your flesh with the fear of
Its ability to pass you by
Nothing is something, Sometimes
Are you the bone
Or are those your
Jaws clenched so tightly
upon the marrow
Of this old life
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