The teachings say
the secret of life is effortless
for love is effortless
it’s what you’re made to do.
The teachings say
attaining love is a struggle
you have to give up everything, every day
I believe these both are true.
Love is as effortless
as holding yourself open
in the searing fear
the roaring passage of thundering water
(or is it fire?)
To keep the membrane valve
from shuddering shut
against the pressure
of a change so large
there will be no words for it.
Love is as much of a struggle
as a quiet step through an open door
to a meadow of wildflowers and sweet grass
where the soft wind
lifts you like a kite
and trees sing your name.
©Wendy Mulhern
May 26, 2011