THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem

  

Rob Ayling, yer Gonzo Grande Fromage, writes:

"Thom the World poet is an old mate of mine from way back in my history. Even pre-dating Voiceprint, when I was running "Otter Songs" and Thom's poetry tapes and guest appearances with Daevid Allen, Gilli Smyth and Mother Gong are well known and highly regarded. It just felt right to include a daily poem from Thom on our Gonzo blog and when I approached him to do so, he replied within seconds!!! Thom is a great talent and just wants to spread poetry, light and positive energy across the globe. If we at Gonzo can help him do that - why not?"

START LOVE SMALL=SELF,PLANT,ANIMAL,PET

YOU ATTUNE TO YOUR TOTEM-

Bird,wolf,rat,snake,spider,shark,scorpion

Most settle for a pony,a cat,a dog(companion creatures..

You find shelter in their love,as they in yours

Feed them.Give them a stable home.In their hearts,

they will return to yours.For as long as you nurture,

they remain with you.When and if they leave(or die)

the shock might be significant.Each beloved pet unique.

Attachment sings a mourning song.Tears and rage.

Release yourself enough to recognize-cycles&seasons.

Perhaps a new cat will choose you.A new dog lick your face.

Animals existed long before our "human"race.They continue,

with group soul,and individualities.Love them as they are.

Even when they leave..Grieve.Release..

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened” -Anatole France