Boundless Expanse
It takes some work to uncover your fathoms,
especially if they’ve been ensconced for long.
There may be layers that are confusing
or weigh a great deal.
You may not always recognize the fabric
of the coverings
as opportunities to lift them appear.
But lift them you should.
Carefully, tenderly raise them
when you are ready.
The setting aside is not always predictable.
You might need to spread the material out
so you can take a closer look.
Or maybe you’ll need to gently fold it
as you reminisce,
continue to assimilate.
Some layers should be shared
with a trusted confidante
so you can further process their effects.
And then there are those pieces
you’ll need to fling aside,
perhaps even rip them to shreds,
let them scatter
in the winds of change.
But the insights that come from your efforts
are most definitely miraculous.
Along the way you will gradually
see, hear, feel things more purely
and enjoy being uniquely you.
The spiky intricacies
of whatever your dark times include
will either disperse or
peacefully coexist with the glory
of the boundless expanse that contains
wonder, truth, communion
and Love.
It takes some work to uncover your fathoms,
especially if they’ve been ensconced for long.
There may be layers that are confusing
or weigh a great deal.
You may not always recognize the fabric
of the coverings
as opportunities to lift them appear.
But lift them you should.
Carefully, tenderly raise them
when you are ready.
The setting aside is not always predictable.
You might need to spread the material out
so you can take a closer look.
Or maybe you’ll need to gently fold it
as you reminisce,
continue to assimilate.
Some layers should be shared
with a trusted confidante
so you can further process their effects.
And then there are those pieces
you’ll need to fling aside,
perhaps even rip them to shreds,
let them scatter
in the winds of change.
But the insights that come from your efforts
are most definitely miraculous.
Along the way you will gradually
see, hear, feel things more purely
and enjoy being uniquely you.
The spiky intricacies
of whatever your dark times include
will either disperse or
peacefully coexist with the glory
of the boundless expanse that contains
wonder, truth, communion
and Love.
Sarah Carlson
September 25, 2018
I love the gentle tone of this poem and, as always, the hard-earned wisdom you share, Sarah. Thank you!
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