Being a human

Hello World,

I have a poem for you.

Being a human

….

….

This being a human

is like a guest house

Every morning

there is a new arrival.

….

A joy, a depression, a meanness,

some momentary awareness comes

as an unexpected visitor.

…..

Welcome and entertain them all!

Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows,

who violently sweep your house

empty of its furniture,

still, treat each guest honourably.

….

He may be clearing you out

for some new delight.

The dark thought, the shame, the malice,

meet them at the door laughing,

and invite them in.

…..

Be grateful for whoever comes,

because each has been sent

as a guide from beyond.

  -Rumi