…said at dawn
I step into the day, I step into myself, I step into the mystery…
(Anishinaabe: Odawa, Ojibwa, Algonquin First Nations)
Dear Friends, This prayer of the First Nations was given to me years ago and I have treasured it. But as time slips by the mind let go of one treasure for another. Or so I thought. And what we thought was lost is found again with I dare say renewed vigor and meaning. Maybe these few words are what is needed to put this troubled year behind us.
For me, the meaning in the poem is in its stillness when each part is seen in conjunction with the whole. Try and see each day such as this.
jc
copyright 12/2020-9 jc
This is a strong and calm affirmation / prayer. Thank you for writing about it
so eloquently. I first heard it a couple of days ago and way taken with its
Poetic and strong three parts ( stanzas).
miriam
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Beautiful ❤️.
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Thank you…
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You’re welcome ☺️
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I love this, thank you jc…
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You’re so welcome
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So simple yet so profound. Perfect words to start a day with, to stay humble and grateful.
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a perfect day
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Thank you…
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A perfect prayer for any and every day. Wishing you a great 2021, JC. I’m positive, notwithstanding the turmoil. Just keeping my eyes open for the lights that are about to flicker on …
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