You will find me frequently quoting from the writings of John O’Donohue, an Irish poet/priest, whose words always cause me to go deeper. This timely (or rather timeless) selection comes from his final book, Benedictus – A Blessing. Thanks to a dear friend, Vi, for reminding me of it.
This is the time to be slow
Lie low on the wall
Until the bitter weather passes.
Try, as best you can, not to let
The wire brush of doubt
Scrape from your heart
All sense of yourself
And your hesitant light.
If you remain generous,
Time will come good; And you will find your feet
Again on fresh pastures of promise,
Where the air will be kind
And blushed with beginning.
How beautiful and hopeful this blessing is! It is a gift to my mind and spirit as I begin the day. I will go slowly through this day, minding the promise of fresh pastures where the air is kind and blushed with beginning. Thank you !
Ellie…thanks so much for your beautiful thoughts. Starting our day with John O’Donohue is never a bad idea!
I have a small wall of quotes that greet me in my bathroom each morning…. although, most times I forget to look….. now, a beautiful reminder with this beautiful new addition. Thank you!
Great idea, Janet! Thanks for sharing it with us.
May our minds be filled with joyful thoughts to help us through these days of stress and may feeling God’s blessings bring smiles to each of you
Thanks….I needed that beautiful “Benedictus”.