Listen to me as one listens to the rain,
without listening,
hear what I say with eyes open inward,
asleep with all five senses awake, rain, light steps,
a murmuring of syllables,
air and water, words without weight.
— Octavio Paz, “As One Listens To The Rain“ in A Tree Within
Notes: Quote via korraled. Gif via Your Eyes Blaze Out
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Me too! Thanks Marlan
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You’re welcome!
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that’s beautiful!!!
Keep up the good work.
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it’s a special kind of listening. using all the senses to take it all in.
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It is…
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Reblogged this on It Is What It Is and commented:
I love the sound, the smell of early morning rain … nature is soothing and amazing!!
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Wow, this is wonderful. I may have to share… or maybe keep it all to myself. 🙂
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Enjoy!
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I need the ‘love’ icon…
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