A somatic investigation of essence and form as revealed in the container of body which changes over time and yet remains the same; in the unique, individuated breath as one expression of the pulsation of the universe recreating itself; and in the changing landscape of emotions and thoughts, all penetrated with absolute Silence.
As soon as she is born—she,
he—the moment the newborn breathes
for the first time, taking, from the general
supply, some air, pulling it down
Continue reading this exquisite poem by Sharon Olds on the blogspot Being Silently Drawn .