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Showing posts with label gypsy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gypsy. Show all posts

Sunday, November 6, 2011

welcome to the show




one thing i have come to love about meetings is the audacious miracle involved with a myriad of artful dodgers, minstrels, thieves, liars, gypsies, and grifters all coming together in one room and listening to each other. quietly listening. reflective listening. this is a complete shift in perception for these folks. it used to be all about them.

the willingness to let others shine, the desire to stay within the lines, the intention to support others in their journey. this about-face that has taken place in the lives of these characters is the best show in town.
and i am happy with a front row seat!





Wednesday, December 3, 2008

circus act




It is impossible to imagine a more complete fusion with nature than that of the Gypsy.
Franz Liszt


there are small moments during my day when i actually understand that i am doing exactly what i need to be doing. they don't happen often, but they do come along. today. i had a couple of those moments.

i have a person who is steeping in daily regret about some bad choices (i can totally relate) and i was able to offer him an alternative way of seeing his own situation. his posture changed and so did the light in his eyes. actually it was magic.

i have managed to keep several plates spinning in the air simultaneously for awhile now. at first there was much applause and the atmosphere of a festive and jovial night prevailed. this has shifted however, and i find myself wondering why so many plates and when will i get to take a break. this is such a healthy sign for me. typically i would want to spin even more plates, and maybe do it blindfolded. and then i realize that it is all really gonna be okay and i can be foolish and make mistakes. and that i can be frustrated and survive. and i love the frenzy and the mayhem. it is what i grew up around and it is what makes me feel comfortable.

i am thankful i can find comfort, and i am thankful i get to do 6 shows a week.

do yourself a favor and definitely watch the vid in the sidebar. you will not be sorry.


today's sound choice is damien rice performing "rootless tree"

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