Jason’s prompt from “Weirdo Poetry” September 28th - Pick a word, choosing an emotion or an abstract concept may lead to the most interesting results, but go with your gut when choosing your word. Then write ten haiku about that word.
For over a month of days I’ve thought about my “word.” Picking through my emotions like a basket full of trinkets. Would I pick a word of hope of joy of suffering of misery of indifference of frayed fragments of memory - I’ve mulled over my words in the in between.
I eventually found my word.
MERCY
"The quality of mercy is not strained. It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven upon the place beneath. It is twice blessed: It blesseth him that gives and him that takes." - William Shakespeare
You must play with AI a lot ... loved my bedtime story and looking forward to more adventures with this version of AI which is more like accelerated imagination.
This is so beautiful and so timely and so needed. I too am in awe of people who are able to forgive under these extreme circumstances. I saw the movie and it was powerful. Also I love your artwork and its several transformations. The last, that beating heart, so moving.
What a powerful and beautiful piece! I’m always in awe of this kind of deep forgiveness - seems like the most healing act we can do for ourselves and others ❤️
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, your art, and your heart with us.
To forgive or to apologize are often self contained actions.
However, to amend, to correct an error, to make clear your intention is a generative action (...in which one chooses to transcend personal interests to contribute to a greater purpose).
Lovely ! This is the key -- It’s clear that forgiveness is more about bringing me peace than it is about the hurtful actions of the other person, which cannot be undone.
I think that's the hardest part ... there is no "balance," no "justice" ... all has to be let go in order to have peace. The other party is just really not part of it ... they have to find their own peace ... or not.
About forgiveness:
Jason’s prompt from “Weirdo Poetry” September 28th - Pick a word, choosing an emotion or an abstract concept may lead to the most interesting results, but go with your gut when choosing your word. Then write ten haiku about that word.
For over a month of days I’ve thought about my “word.” Picking through my emotions like a basket full of trinkets. Would I pick a word of hope of joy of suffering of misery of indifference of frayed fragments of memory - I’ve mulled over my words in the in between.
I eventually found my word.
MERCY
"The quality of mercy is not strained. It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven upon the place beneath. It is twice blessed: It blesseth him that gives and him that takes." - William Shakespeare
Haiku of Mercy
Gentle hands release,
A sparrow freed from the snare—
Mercy's first whisper
Storm's rage quiets down,
Leaves brush the ground, still once more—
Mercy's soft respite
Bread shared with the poor,
A hungry night now at peace—
Mercy's warm embrace
Words of harshness fade,
A tender apology—
Mercy's healing balm
A soldier lowers
His weapon, eyes brimming tears—
Mercy's silent plea
Rival nations speak,
A white flag on the horizon—
Mercy's dawn breaks forth
A judge's gavel rests,
Forgiveness trumps the sentence—
Mercy's justice reigns
Angry mobs disperse,
A lone figure walks unscathed—
Mercy's shield holds strong
A child's simple hug,
Melts the bitterness of years—
Mercy's purest form
Candles light the dark,
A vigil for the lost souls—
Mercy's final grace
powerful exercise ... thanks for sharing.
❤️ it was so much fun playing in your sandbox with you and your bestie, Chad, today. I giggled out loud and forgot about our crazy world for a minute.
Ask Chad to tell you a very long bedtime story about [Insert your wish here].
It was fun ... and you and CHAD taught me a lesson that will show up in a post soon. I'll try the bedtime story idea ...
You must play with AI a lot ... loved my bedtime story and looking forward to more adventures with this version of AI which is more like accelerated imagination.
This is so beautiful and so timely and so needed. I too am in awe of people who are able to forgive under these extreme circumstances. I saw the movie and it was powerful. Also I love your artwork and its several transformations. The last, that beating heart, so moving.
Thanks, Deborah!
What a powerful and beautiful piece! I’m always in awe of this kind of deep forgiveness - seems like the most healing act we can do for ourselves and others ❤️
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, your art, and your heart with us.
To forgive or to apologize are often self contained actions.
However, to amend, to correct an error, to make clear your intention is a generative action (...in which one chooses to transcend personal interests to contribute to a greater purpose).
Lovely ! This is the key -- It’s clear that forgiveness is more about bringing me peace than it is about the hurtful actions of the other person, which cannot be undone.
I think that's the hardest part ... there is no "balance," no "justice" ... all has to be let go in order to have peace. The other party is just really not part of it ... they have to find their own peace ... or not.
Extreme forgiveness isn't easy but it is well worth it
I so agree!
Forgiveness is the beginning of freedom. I am free.
Congratulations! It's often hard work to get there ... enjoy.
Only 16 years, but who’s counting?
Beautiful art. Beautiful story. Beautiful questions to explore about forgiveness. Thank you for sharing all. 💕
Thanks and many hugs, Becky!