New Places, New Faces

Shadow and Light Source Both

How does a part of the world leave the world?

How does wetness leave water? Dont' try to

put out fire by throwing on more fire! Don't

wash a wound with blood. No matter how fast

you run, your shadow keeps up. Sometimes it's

in front! Only full overhead sun diminishes

your shadow. But that shadow has been serving

you. What hurts you, blesses you. Darkness is

your candle. Your boundaries are your quest.

I could explain this, but it will break the

glass cover on your heart, and there's no

fixing that. You must have shadow and light

source both. Listen, and lay your head under

the tree of awe. When from that tree feathers

and wings sprout on you, be quieter than

a dove. Don't even open your mouth for even a coo.

~ Rumi

I'm in Taichung! Pronounced...Tai-Joan...haha...best way to explain it. Taiching is located on the western coast of Taiwan...just about smack in the middle of the island. The 3rd largest city in the country. With close to 2 million people, it hosts an abundance of financial, cultural, and educational centers. I look forward to learning more about the place.

I've gotten used to being in different places.

Honestly, I feel a bit unsettled, though...it's always an adjustment... always takes time. Just as I was getting into a rhythm, its time to move on to another place...to another experience.

I feel as if my lifestyle is setting the stage for something to come.

However, I continue to practice being in the moment. It's all pretty simple.

My room is a mess...everything is disheveled. Time to organize. You know...do those little things that brings comfort, when in a new place...a new space...a new energy.