In this part of the world – the days are short – the nights are long – the weather is dreary.
Many are experiencing darkness regardless of the weather, the time of the year/day.
Darkness of the soul. Darkness of the mind. Darkness.
When the darkness seems to permeate, infiltrate, engulf,
we must bring the light.
we must send the light.
we must be the light.
We can be the light as we
focus on goodness
not evil.
We can be the light as we
offer a listening ear
offer healing energy to a troubled world.
hold the light for others, be present, be honest, be kind, be thoughtful.
We can be the light and reflect the Light of Hope and possibility
by speaking up
by speaking out
by peaceful protest.
Where there is darkness …
may we bring the light.
Where there is darkness …
may we send the light.
Where there is darkness …
may we *be* the light.
May we offer healing energy, prayer good thoughts.
and focus on goodness
even in the face of evil.
Don’t let the darkness of social media, the weather, conversations win.
LIGHT – not darkness must be our focus.
May our mantra be:
Seek the light,
Share the light.
Be the light
Welcome the Light.
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© June Maffin
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@soulistryjune.bsky.social
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Amen…Light-bearing is our calling, in so many ways, as you remind us,June!
Thanks Karen. Our “calling” – indeed!
Comment Thanks June for your thoughtful and encouraging comments. These dark days do seem long for many of us who live alone or are struggling in any way….I pray especially for those who are unhoused, i can barely imagine such a nightmare….
I, too, think of those who are homeless or who are home alone at Christmas or for whom Christmas is just a reminder about how lonely they are. Today, for instance, as I was going in tmy town library I smiled at the security guy and said “Merry Christmas”. He shrugged and didn’t smile. So when I came out, I went over to him and told him that he looked sad when I wished him a Merry Christmas, and he shrugged again. To which I said, ‘Just another day?” “Yep,” he said but there will be sun on Christmas Day to which I said that then he could go for a long walk. He smiled a big wide smile and we chatted for awhile longer. I think I got more out of this conversation than he did. I am so grateful for my husband and my dog, for my home, for my friends, for all that I have been blessed with. We have no children; however, I have several nieces and greats who love me (and us, really). Life is good. I wish you a Merry Christmas Rohana.
Thanks, June. Particularly relevant on this very gloomy day. Solstice is very close now, and with the light comes hope, hope for a kinder, more peaceful world.
Thank you, June. Your words bring light. They are a balm for my soul.