Tag: Shame

How Do You Draw God?

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Credit: picture taken from “Love Poems From God” translated and compiled by Daniel Ladinsky. I can’t shake this poem from Meister Eckhart. How many of our coloring books depict a clucking “tsk tsk” tongue, below beady eyes that can’t hide their disappointment? How many pages are scribbled with the red of hatred or vengeance or … Continue reading How Do You Draw God?

Shame, I’m Breaking-Up With You

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I know we've been thick as thieves for many years, Shame, but enough is enough.  I used to think that you were a harmless part of life, that you existed as a kind of check-and-balance to keep me in line.  But no more.  I see you, Shame.  I know that you've been trying to squelch … Continue reading Shame, I’m Breaking-Up With You