Invitation to Peace

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I watch the incense rise.

Genie Nakano

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Invitation to Peace

early morning
these days
no T.V.
no radio
prone to quietness

I meditate
everyday the same way
like sitting
on a rabbit's foot
I feel safe and lucky

bound 
by our desires
I watch 
the incense 
rise

busy busy busy
thoughts busy buzzing
clear the space
toss them out
watch them fly

before 
they 
fall 
catch 
moments
Genie Nakano,   June  25, 2020
revised July 17, 2022

These are tanka that come to me as I meditate. I have aligned them into a tanka series.

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I love writing--It's my joy, my therapy--my confession. I'm a performer, dancer, yoga and meditation instructor, write a poetry column for Rafu Shimpo. Growth and love of life is a key to my happiness.

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