Fear not the path of Truth for the lack of people walking on it.
Robert F. Kennedy
Today I was reminded that the secrets of life unfurl in the most unlikely places.
Taking a walk through the banana grove, so quiet that I could hear the flapping of a raven's wings overhead, I was hailed by Farag. He and his son, Tayyib, were shepherding their small flock of sheep, trying to keep them from nibbling on low-hanging fruit. I met Farag a year ago as I walked along our road homeward. Somehow today's conversation about where I was going turned esoteric as he said, "I think this lady is searching for the path of Truth." Ah, yes, perhaps that is why I contemplate banana leaves, dragonflies, and sunsets. True to his faith, Farag guided me to the Koran, saying I could find a translation on the Internet. The Net may not be the path of Truth, but I was certainly given much to think about as I continued my journey.
As I wandered, egrets watched my progress from their high perch. I got the impression that they could see the path more clearly than I.
How wonderful to have time to ponder these issues. I feel so bound up in social relationships, that it is impossible to see the banana leaf, let alone the Truth. All the best to you on your journey.
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Indeed, having the time to contemplate is a benefit of unemployment. I know to enjoy it while I can!
ReplyDeleteafter the day I had, I am thinking that sitting with these egrets would be totally amazing.
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