(for the wedding of my firstborn)
A blank book begins on a pedestal.
Knock it off.
Spill some ink
deliberately.
Life is gloriously messy,
let it know that you are
participating!
Let it know that you have both shown up
and that your team
will make its mark
immediately.
You may not always write big and bold –
but do so now!
Claim this joint territory with
some reckless abandon
while you may,
so that your children will honor you,
and learn that real authority derives from truth,
and never vice versa.
I thoroughly enjoyed this, Wayne. Very inspiring.
Thanks, brother Brad.
Good one
I like it when you say authority derives from truth
Thank you, Mariana.
Big! and glorious advice.
Paul, thank you.
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Thank you for re-posting. I’m so glad you liked this piece.
(found you via my friend @Notebookstories on twitter)
beautiful metaphor
In my work with artists, myself included, I have observed that finished work emerges when we wrestle with mistakes & beginnings. And that work is set apart when we embrace authenticity in our work.
you said:
“Spill some ink” & “…do so now” & “learn that real authority derives from truth, and never vice versa.”
Yes. yes. yes!
It’s so delightful to make a connection this way. Thank you, Betsy. Drop by anytime!
I think I write the same comment every time. But I don’t care. Each time I mean it.
This is my favorite poem you’ve shared with us.
Printing it to keep in my pocket. How’s that for love?
Dear Bryan, I can always count on you. Bless your heart.
Ahhh yes! The last two lines are perfect! Exactly the wavelength that I’m on right now.
It’s sweet to be mutually reinforced, isn’t it? Thanks for stopping by.
What a bold, beautiful, and inspiring poem. And congratulations to your firstborn!
Thank you, Thomma Lyn.