When all thoughts
are exhausted
I slip into the woods
and gather
a pile of shepherd’s purse.
Like the little stream
making its way
through the mossy crevices
I, too, quietly
turn clear and transparent.
– Ryokan
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the awakened eye 
wow i really love this. simple but beautiful thanks for sharing 🙂
You’re very welcome @empressalice … thanks for leaving a comment!
I do love Rokan. Such a lovely thought for the new year or any time. thank-you and wishing you a stellar new year.
Thank you for your comment dear Carole – and for your kind wishes for the new year. I wish the same for you.
I’m looking forward to seeing how your creative work unfolds in 2012…
~ ml