Deep Simplicity

Deep Simplicity

All the way in,
you are there,
have always been.
I join you along the shores
of our serene lake.
We sit together as one,
realigning in full and novel ways
as ravels release once again.
I settle into our
comfortable connection,
feel the sturdiness of my craft.
 That which once held fast,
gripped hard,
            pulled tightly
                                tenderly ripples away
                                        in currents of quiet.
I breathe
                 and stretch
                    and fill.
    I drift
                         without care
                                or concern.
I feel a happy glow
                 as I recognize the
                            deep simplicity of
                                         resting in the love
                                            that is you,
                                                            that is me.

Sarah Carlson

September 23, 2020

Spread Your Light

 

Spread Your Light


You are amazing.
You stand
splendid and strong,
rooted and reliable,
majestic and magical.
You weather so much,
shed layers when necessary,
let debris tumble or slide away
and land where it may.
Sometimes storms ravage,
other times rains gently cleanse.
You are simply in
whatever is.
Best of all,
you quietly allow light
to enfold your nooks and crannies,
embrace every part of your
uniqueness.
At the very same time,
you spread your light,
the beauty of you,
 to all who take time
 to behold
and reflect.
A stately, steady reminder
 to allow the light in,
let the light out,
enjoy moments when
 the circuit
is complete.

Sarah Carlson

September 11, 2020