In trial’s tribulation
In gauntlet’s guide
challenges arise & obstacles appear
From this side of summit’s ascent
what wisdom awakens within us?
Inspired by resilience’s reflective teaching …
Beyond the din
it awaits
Outside cynicism
it awakens
To each of us a sacred trust imbues
Knit into community
we so fully offer the blessing we are
Inspired by knowing & not settling …
In their watching
by our doing
models our talking
dreams possible are sown
so leaders one day
they too shall be
& inspire those we never shall see
Inspired by our actions into the future ripple …
Veils obscure
shrouds conceal
masks becloud
Remove that which obfuscates
awaken numbed senses
& in one another
recognise souls divinely fashioned
Inspired by removing the masks we wear …
Our life’s tale
unfolds themes varied
As love & hope
sorrow & grief
dance amid remarkable & mundane
Light’s truth illumines
we each beautiful are
Inspired by stories that beauty reveal …
The keys to doors of old
will not open those
that reveal trails we are yet to trod
Take from the past what is best
to so fashion that yet to be
Inspired by knowing which doors to open & those now closed …
Amidst change’s constant unfurling
in chaos’ illusory maelstrom
Wisdom is ever revealed
For in each moment
a teacher reveals knowledge dawning
Inspired by being steadfast in turmoil’s presence …
Be nimble in life’s unfolding
Be principled in justice’s demands
Be compassion in suffering’s presence
Be an ally in oppression’s practice
Inspired by responding to being …
Your reflections are most welcome!