Dearest Artful, I am super glad for you, for all if it—even living in a grownup house! Happy happy. Sending love from both of us.

Such beautiful, and yes, ironic, and wise words to share with us. Thank you, Art!

So happy for the encouraging news!

Yay! I'm lighting a candle in your honor, grateful for so many blessings. You are a bundle of inspiration, for sure!! Full of grace, love, humor and grit. Please be in touch if there is anything I can help with....I have time! *Love*Light*Smiles*Hugs*

Some alignment was changed in the poem I just sent.

The poem's title is Carouse Me.

pluck me into naught
carouse me into oblivion are Soharb's words. Last 2 lines are a note.

Rachelle

Fabulous news. Yes, dancing from the rooftops and the street. And a poem.


Carouse Me
pluck me into naught
carouse me into oblivion - Soharb Sepehri

I seek meaning 
in the hem of your skirt 
strings of our robes

your face as close
as the fragrance of god
grace of night sky 

an open window a little wind
a little sleeping breath
lovers moan loosen knots

upside down
bejeweled and overflowing
flesh of a woman voice of a man

dance on the roof
in the streets
your sacred work calls my name

send magpies with stolen treasure
let go  knot by knot 
cedar scents the air oregano sleeps

I am empty
I will not muddy the waters 
or cover god's footprint on this page

upside down
between sleep and touch
we cry out

a few of Soharb's words
after an evening of drinking him in

Great news my brother. You are a real inspiration. Hope to see you in person but at least virtually in Jan. for Fr. John's birthday. Planning a Zoom party. Love you and wonderful 65+ years of memories. Gary

Really great to hear you are doing so well. Cancer is a bitch.
I’m celebrating the day with you from afar. Such wonderful news. Bless your heart.

Art this news fills my heart with great joy...Namaste

Oh Art!!! I am jumping up and down! Truly! And clapping. This the best news. Wonderful, wonderful news. Welcome home, how I've missed you in our corner--I am just so grateful to hear you're truly mending. If I can make any kind of food for you that tastes good, i will!!

yay, yay, yay!!!!!!! I am grateful for your doctors, grateful to Dansome for housing you and caring for you, and grateful for the body that can heal. Grateful for you!