Journal of Sacred Work

3 responses to “Days 46-47 – Open Forum”

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   Karen York

   February 15, 2008

   I have come to this site at least 5 times today and have come up empty when searching for a comment. I began the week missing work due to illness and feel that the remainder of my time I have been clawing my way through a thick fog. I can’t seem to see my way clear and there is nothing solid in my grasp. So, I turn to Rilke and this is what he tells me:
   You see, I want a lot.
   Maybe I want it all:
   the darkness of each endless fall,
   the shimmering light of each ascent.
   So many are alive who don’t seem to care.
   Casual, easy, they move in the world
   as through untouched.
   But you take pleasure in the faces
   of those who know they thirst.
   You cherish those
   who grip you for survival.
   You are not dead yet, it’s not too late
   to open your depths by plunging into them
   and drink in the life
   that reveals itself quietly there.

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   liz Wessel

   February 15, 2008

   Karen, I was holding on to faith that you would post something meaningful today and you did not let me down. I so enjoyed Rilke’s poem that you shared as a reflection of your outlook today. I appreciate your honest expression and willingness to be vulnerable, alive, and so in touch with your feelings. I hope you are feeling better and that the fog lifts as you enter into your weekend. What comes to mind is the wonderful Jewish tradition of entering the Sabbath at sundown on Friday evening. May it be a holy, restful, and a sacred time of coming home to a quiet space of peace within. This is my wish for you.
   ~liz

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   Karen York

   February 15, 2008

   Thank you Liz.
   Karen

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