dear mother of all vulnerabilities,
thank you for
being eternally accessible.
for embracing
the dark mystery of every ones life.
for allowing yourself to be seen, deeply seen;
and for seeing us,
and loving us
completely.
for reminding us that we are not here just to be something
but to become
someone.
that living whole heartedly is a precious gift
found on a path of compassion and courage;
in spite of and yes;
even because
of all our
short comings.
thank you for being a
font of forgiveness, a well of acceptance.
for awakening in us an open heart
and the eyes to see everyone
as our child.
for reassuring us in our most challenging moments
and by example reminding us
that we are strong enough to answer the ultimate calling,
to live fiercely with our whole hearts,
trail blazers on the path of
love.
a mindful beginning to each new week
trail blazing on the path of love.
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I love the flame of your belief!
Posted by: Nonnie | July 15, 2013 at 08:50 AM
Now THAT'S an image of the Virgin of Guadalupe that I've never seen before! :)
Posted by: magicalmysticalteacher | July 15, 2013 at 08:54 AM
Oh My Goodness. I am wondering if Marylyn Monroe ever visited Guadalupe. Interesting photo. Your prayer is beautiful. Be well, Rebecca.
Posted by: judie | July 15, 2013 at 09:46 AM
See what you did, you ignited a spark of enthusiasm within me to connect! That's the power of Mary, I love how this happens through her beauty...
Hugs x
Posted by: Sue Fox | July 15, 2013 at 10:38 AM
What a beautiful prayer. Thank you for giving these words to us all.
What a wonderful image. It would go along nicely with other depictions I have seen. Who is the artist?
Much Peace
Posted by: spadoman | July 16, 2013 at 02:27 AM
This is intensely beautifully written. I was so wrapped up in your words and feeling every bit of it. Such a loving feeling. Hoping I'm not too late to post. Your haiku is beautiful too...trailblazing on the path of love ♥
Posted by: Maggie Grace | July 16, 2013 at 11:27 AM
Evenings with Mary, Rebecca.
As I was leaving our new Museum of Discovery this afternoon, (where I am currently painting for the public), I noticed a huge plaque on the wall in the lobby, honoring each and every firefighter's name who perished in the Yarnell fire. It hung next to a display about Fort Collins' own High Park fire, that devastated our community last summer. Obviously our community feels a great empathy for Prescott, Arizona, I am pleased to report.
Posted by: Laurie Zuckerman | July 16, 2013 at 08:01 PM
I'm happy to know that the card arrived safely. You are such an encouraging lady; I am so blessed to have you in my life, even from afar!
Posted by: Nonnie | July 17, 2013 at 02:55 PM
What a glorious painting of Guadalupe. Incredible. I must take pictures of my saints and Madonna to share with you.
Posted by: Constanza | July 22, 2013 at 06:06 AM