8/8/04

Thank You Ryokan

In trying to deal with my pain, I've come across a poet who's words strike me as melodious, soothing, and at times too close to what I actually feel. 2 of his pieces that strum my heart now are below:

Have you forgotten me
Or lost the path here?
I wait for you
All day, every day
But you do not appear
--Ryokan

My sleeves are wet with tears
Brooding on the ups and downs
Of which so full is the world
As it goes shifting on and on
--Ryokan