Thank you deeply, Dru, for addressing what is, as you say, the least spoken-to element of the journey, the return. Without which there is no integration, no renewed purpose in the new shape of our lives. I look forward to more of your reflections on this.
The wood turning etymology and metaphor is really generative. I can't help but be reminded of lines from Burnt Norton, one of T S Eliot's Four Quartets:
"Except for the point, the still point,
There would be no dance, and there is only the dance."
Thanks for writing this Dru, so much of it resonated with me, the coming home a slightly different form, the complexity of my relationships with humans.
Thanks, Meadhbh. Change on the homeward journey is such an extraordinary gift, but carrying it into the world takes care and attention. I'm glad you're finding your way.
Thank you deeply, Dru, for addressing what is, as you say, the least spoken-to element of the journey, the return. Without which there is no integration, no renewed purpose in the new shape of our lives. I look forward to more of your reflections on this.
The wood turning etymology and metaphor is really generative. I can't help but be reminded of lines from Burnt Norton, one of T S Eliot's Four Quartets:
"Except for the point, the still point,
There would be no dance, and there is only the dance."
Oh, that quote from Eliot is perfect! Thanks so much for sharing it.
The whole poem is such a joy & can be read online if you want to explore more.
http://www.davidgorman.com/4quartets/1-norton.htm
I always find great value in your short essays, Dru. I especially love the description of April as a month of returning. Spring blessings 💗
Thanks, Caroline. I hope April is filled with many good things returning for you.
Beautiful metaphor - turning
Thanks for writing this Dru, so much of it resonated with me, the coming home a slightly different form, the complexity of my relationships with humans.
Thanks, Meadhbh. Change on the homeward journey is such an extraordinary gift, but carrying it into the world takes care and attention. I'm glad you're finding your way.