January 5, 2012
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‘take tao and call me in the morning’ chapter ’20′
Give up learning, and put an end to your troubles.
Is there a difference between yes and no?
Is there a difference between good and evil?
Must I fear what others fear? What nonsense!
Other people are contented, enjoying the sacrificial feast of the ox.
In spring some go to the park, and climb the terrace,
But I alone am drifting, not knowing where I am.
Like a newborn babe before it learns to smile,
I am alone, without a place to go.
Others have more than they need, but I alone have nothing.
I am a fool. Oh, yes! I am confused.
Others are clear and bright,
But I alone am dim and weak.
Others are sharp and clever,
But I alone am dull and stupid.
Oh, I drift like the waves of the sea,
Without direction, like the restless wind.
Everyone else is busy,
But I alone am aimless and depressed.
I am different.
I am nourished by the great mother.
Comments (6)
this is so well put, and painfully honest, Ed. I feel what you’re sharing, here.
I want to say more. but, man, this is well writ.
@plantinthewindow - it the tao, chapter 20. i posted it hoping to help one here
@longshadow618 - wow – I don’t remember this one. it reads so very contemporary, I thought you wrote it. my bad.
@plantinthewindow - no iz ok. the tao does that, it fits.
This is perfection. How do you do it? Thank you. ((((hugs))))
@songoftheheart - big hug back((((hug))))