Thanks and Giving

Thanks and Giving

we celebrate this time of Thanksgiving
a time of the harvest, of abundance
a time to express our gratitude 
for the All
that has brought this plentitude

in this giving of thanks
there is more to explore
perhaps to consider
the art of giving

the gift of a kind word
the offer of assistance
expressions of appreciation
encouragement for persistence

simple companionship
being there for another
giving a hug to our sister
and brother

sharing the humour
that crops up in life
being there to listen deeply
to friend, husband or wife

sharing our abundance in all forms
it feels so good to give
may we practice this as
our way live
our practice of love


gagi     10/12/24

Stradivarius

Stradivarius

Antonio Stradivarius
a name from the past
refined his art to a quality
that would last and outlast
many generations

perhaps 600 instruments
violins in particular
are still coveted and played
others preserved, displayed
honouring the artist
and the sacredness
of sound

how can an instrument
made over 3000 years ago
still share its beauty
to the human ear?
in gratitude
we remain


gagi     10/10/24

The Break of Dawn

The Break of Dawn

the break of dawn
a shimmering view
a colourful sky
still a star or two

the beauty of nature
awakens our heart
blessed with the knowing
we are an inseparable part
of each sacred day


gagi     10/07/24