Primitive Wisdom Poetry

Lantern keepers

cultivating light
may be simple as a switch
light the pathway now
practice-realization
lights footpaths for all beings

Waka poetry: 5-7-5-7-7

Image description: A lantern keeper’s perspective on a Saturday morning during Rohatsu Sesshin (2022).

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Primitive Joe

Challenging backpacking trips, zazen, contemplating the lens through which I view the world, and a love of discovering new things drive my appreciation for this place we live.