Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Tender Ripples

Kayaking on Castle Lake in Mt. Shasta, California
(photo by Gentle Thunder)

Tender Ripples
9/8/09

We do not know
the effects of action
how others are touched,
by listening, or words
spoken from compassionate heart
that feels deep connection
within presence of another,
it is subtle nature
of 'tendrels' that vibrate
which caresses one's soul
helping to seal leaks,
heal wounds, bring solidity
 to those who suffer,
just by witnessing  plight
seeing struggle as ours
wanting their freedom, happiness,
so as to blossom,
create their own waves
able to assist others
in cleansing what's dirtied
from neglect and inattention,
where shining can occur
as flickering, dancing, sunlight
reflecting off mirrored pond
when someone throws influence
into waters of life
sending out tender ripples.

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