Let it all go, my darlings.

Every illusion of risk versus reward; every moment of ‘what have I gained.’ Each instance of wondering why, or wallowing deeper into your pain.

Let it all go, my darlings. Let your worries fade to nothingness.

Find solace in the ‘not knowing how’, and dig your toes deeply into the mud of ‘what happens next.’

Let the world find you, just as you are – with the softness, grace and compassion to shift the barriers of our self-centeredness.

Live in the ripe juiciness of the question. Go on – stumble around, and let it sting.

Let it all go, my darlings.

Let your soul have its wings. Take flight, and soar to all those charming little places in between.

Let compassion deepen in your willingness to be—just as you are—without the burdens of a ‘protective shield.’

Let the richness of this life find you, my loves – just as it is. Let this experience become your catalyst.

And knowing, you are perfect – just as you are.

“Do you know how beautiful You are?

I think not, my dear.

For as you talk of God,
I see great parades with wildly colorful bands
Streaming from your mind and heart,
Carrying wonderful and secret messages
To every corner of this world.

I see saints bowing in the mountains
Hundreds of miles away
To the wonder of sounds
That break into light
From your most common words.

Speak to me of your mother,
Your cousins and your friends.

Tell me of squirrels and birds you know.
Awaken your legion of nightingales-
Let them soar wild and free in the sky

And begin to sing to God
Let’s all begin to sing to God!

Do you know how beautiful you are?

I think not, my dear.

Yet I
Could set you upon a Stage
And worship you forever!” – Hafiz