I used to think that enlightenment
Was a place to get to
Just one more class, one more practice
One more teacher training
And I’m on my way
To the land of freedom
What if enlightenment was always right here
A calming breath underneath
An N-95 mask and other *PPE
Compassionate words to soothe
The ill and worried well
Knowing that both need attention
What if enlightenment is vacation
Redefined as staycation
No more Maui or even Monterey
The rooms in my home and backyard
Becoming the paradise I seek
Sheltering in place to awaken
What if enlightenment is this body
Breaking down to remind me
Speed caused injury
Slowing down is what heals
Yoga to Qigong, hiking to walking
Embodying over accomplishing
What if enlightenment is family
The ones who love me most
And push all my buttons
To test a bodhisattva’s vow
On your path to liberation
Will you take us with you?
Enlightenment is what’s here now
Pleasant, unpleasant and neutral
Moments taking turns to watch
If I’ll show up with grace
Or resist and run away
Accepting an in between response
As long as I’m willing to try
(*PPE: personal protective equipment worn to prevent injury or infection)
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