O God, give the players sweetness and weal
And for the tabbla, give them hands of steel.
For their love, they sacrifice every limb
Of limbs O God, please give them a great deal.
These messengers of love filled our ears
Grant them seeing eyes and thy Royal Seal.
These lovebirds sing and cry out their love
Grace them with the patience that would heal.
In thy praise, they have filled many ears
You too praise their praise and their zeal.
They quenched the thirst of heart’s flower
Let the full moon in their skies reel and wheel.
I am silent, please speak to me thy will
For they say you give thus, and thus steal.
O God, all I ask for in both worlds
Like Shams, let me shine, be and feel.
~Rumi 155
I believe one of the picturesque sights to behold is a full moon. Wouldn’t you agree? I have sat many times in wonder looking at that big circle of beauty that wraps my world in its light, inspiring romance, peace and transcendence. When I take the time to stand or sit in its presence, I am immediately drawn into an awareness of the gifts of beauty I have been lovingly given – gifts that exist for my pleasure and remind me of a bigger picture and a bigger purpose we are a part of.
For a couple of more months, the grey blanket of our southeastern winter will continue to cover nature in a gentle rest of reflection, while also nurturing the ground with hope for the future. During this season, the chilly nights with their starry skies often provide a grand stage for the moon in a performance of brilliant fullness. February 7 is when she is scheduled for her next appearance. If the conditions are right, I hope you will go and sit with her and be reminded of the sacredness and hope of your life, and just how much you are loved – so much so - that God has given you the moon…So play.
facet for life: Beauty has its purposes, which, all our lives and at every season, it is our opportunity, and our joy to divine…
~Mary Oliver
For the Support of Your Life
For the Many Sides of Life
Paulette Jackson
facets@bellsouth.net
The thoughts and opinions expressed in The Conversant Counselor’s Blog are those belonging to Paulette Jackson MA and do not necessarily reflect those of any other professional or individual.
tabbla: a drum
sham: sun
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