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Internet Book of Shadows, (Various Authors), [1999], at sacred-texts.com

SPIRITUALITY

"What is `spirituality'? Does it matter much today?

And what is something `sacred'? Is it black and white...or grey?"

These were the queries of a youngster, and gave me pause for thought;

And as I rummaged through my mind, I found the words I sought.

"Spirituality is a relationship 'twixt the Universe and you,

And how you behave will manifest, no matter what you do!

It's a friendship with creation - with stones and plants and trees,

With birds and deer and butterflies...and even bumblebees;

It's knowing that the life you have, is found in them, as well;

It's awareness that creation is found in every realm,

And that all of it is sacred and all of it's divine!

That means it's very special - and will be for all time!

The answers to your questions are both black and white, and grey,

As spirituality and sacredness depends on you...each day!"

I pondered well his queries as he slipped out the door,

And wondered if I'd answered well - or if I should say more...

But looking out the window, I saw him smile at me,

And knew that I'd said plenty, as he reached out and hugged a tree!

-Kalioppe-

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