Said the Guru - Saying: 118
Said the Guru - Saying: 118
I was once young
and unadjusted
I plunge spontaneously
into things without inkling of Zen.
Now I ponder each word
and keep my soul within its chi,
Optimism lives me in obedience
because the spirit world whispers little of tomorrow.
©Al Juman 5/ 20/ 1997
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