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Your Damascene Sword

You’re too used to your blunted ways Worn habits of reason is why you stay So tired of hearing the same arcane From a heart that cashes in on pain Grab your Sufi sluicing pan, Ya Allah, let’s pull the … Continue reading

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Tend to the Lantern in Your Heart

I recently read an article which states that there is no “one” person who will fulfill us and that many couples initiate a union with a foundation based on each being “on their best behavior,” implying that over time blemishes tarnish bliss. … Continue reading

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Align and Mingle

I like the way random events align and mingle with one another – like the clacking of billiard balls after a super clean break. Close your eyes and it all sounds the same, but if you open them you see … Continue reading

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