- The guest house
by Rumi
This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness,
some momentary awareness comes
as an unexpected visitor.
Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they're a crowd of sorrows,
who violently sweep your house
empty of its furniture,
still, treat each guest honorably.
He may be clearing you out
for some new delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice
meet them at the door laughing,
and invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes,
because each has been sent
as a guide from beyond.
again, my thanks.
11 comments:
Very happy to hear it, my friend.
Tj,
You are forever on my mind. I worry about you somtimes you know. I don't know why, but I think it's because I've looked up to you this past 10/11 months. I fucking love you. Whenever things in anyone's life was down, you've been there helping that person put their pieces together. Count with my how many times you've picked me up when I was down. Too many to name. I fucking love you. Don't ever, EVER, forget that. I know I haven't been a good friend and I haven't been around lately. For that, I am truly sorry. But you're always with me, in my mind, in my heart. Remember those countless days of hug fu? You better be putting those many hours of practice into good use. I bet you are.
I know that things in your life aren't going too well right now, but you are a strong person. I've looked up to you for that you know. You've had so much shit thrown at you, and you always manage to come out stronger than ever. No matter what comes your way, you'll make it through. Just remember to hold your head up high. You've got an army of support behind you, ready to fight for you if they have to. Remember, pactum serva.
Love dearly;
xoxox;
-007
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Joyous news!! I'm grinning like a loon :D
Much love
TJ!!
This is the beeeessst neeeewwws eee-vvveeerrr!
*Spongebob style* ;)
*hugs*
It was lovely reading through your party, and seeing the joy in your words as Kapunua brought in your 'guests'.
A very fine celebration indeed!
xoxox
TJ, I am just so relieved for you. I know this has been so difficult and scary. I think all the good thoughts and the 'pink bubble' worked!!! ;)
Hope to talk to you soon.
♥ ya.
toujours, I am truly ecstatic that you are well.
Now is the time to look at that sparkling star, and ponder all the possibilites...
Take care and good luck.
thank you, rumi fan. your encouragement has meant so much to me.
i hope we'll still see you around the blog? and of course, you're always welcome here. :)
You are very welcome. And thank you, as well. Each of your caring gestures has helped, if only in ways that may be too subtle to notice through this medium.
(Honestly: I get shy, too.)
TJ,
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. It really means a lot. I feel like such a blubbering idiot because what I am going through is nothing really. Look at what you just went through, what you have been through in your life. You have this inner strength that I really admire. A broken heart seems silly to be so sad about. And I guess I'm really angry at myself for being so hurt over this whole thing and I know you're right. I know I will feel better and I know this is for the best. It's just that today, I'm having a hard time seeing that. But I really don't know where I would be if I didn't have all of you guys here to support me. I can't help but think we were all brought here for each other.
I feel like I'm not doing anyone much good these days and I apologize for being so quiet. I usually at least have some bullshit to offer. Lately...nothing.
So, thank you again, this place and the people here give me hope and that gift is priceless.
Hugs, love, and smiles
Always,
S
p.s. Counting down the days til November! (Really the super duper hardcover...in October!)
You are a complete and utter sweetheart!! May you always be well!!
um...i don't know what i did, but thank you, anon!
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