Dear Rumi,
Centuries later,
You have made me cry,
For I too have been here since the dawn of time,
Absorbing essence of light and dark, soil and sky,
But the word,
Your words,
Read from ancient scrolls
Left me bleeding with the thorns of roses wanting more,
Pleading for the universe to make my words eternal,
For my passion, like yours, to last forever,
In hunger, in longing, in forgiveness and in letting go,
To carry this heavy burden of love, in beauty,
Like you,
A brilliant flower garden in the cyclical budding of time,
In grief, and in joy,
for all the universe to hear and feel and love,
That timeless heartbeat aching to be free
Yet wanting to be captured
By her, by me, by infinite melody.
For Noora, Who Inspires,
Karen K.L. Espaniola, January 26, 2014
hinarising 
Jan 26, 2014 @ 10:57:15
You are a true inspiration in my life. I’m absolutely honored by the dedication – although it is Rumi who deserves it more than I do. I was just a messenger :))
“That timeless heartbeat aching to be free
Yet wanting to be captured
By her, by me, by infinite melody.”
… pure perfection!
P.S. Housework can ALWAYS wait. :))
Jan 26, 2014 @ 11:16:19
:)) Thank you Noora! There is no message without the messenger!
There will be no Housework without poetry.
And you know you are an inspiration to me,
and I am honored to call you my friend.
Always,
Karen
Jan 26, 2014 @ 11:11:39
Reblogged this on Echoes and Reflections and commented:
One of the things I love about poetry is that it is timeless! Today, I’m sharing Karen’s incredibly beautiful tribute to Rumi. Karen is an amazing poet herself. If you’re not following her already – you really should. Karen’s work never ceases to amaze and inspire me!
Jan 26, 2014 @ 11:26:51
❤ ❤ That is so nice of you!!! YOU are an inspiration to ME! Always, Always, Always!!
Jan 27, 2014 @ 01:31:30
So wonderful when I hear people appreciate RUMI, a poet of all time and my countryman.
Jan 27, 2014 @ 04:59:49
As I listened to Madonna read RUMI’s Bittersweet I was filled with emotions and wept…he IS a poet of all time! 🙂
Feb 01, 2014 @ 16:13:13
absolutely gorgeous piece of writing! Rumi is and has been my lighthouse..the only poet who can make me laugh and cry at the same time 🙂 so this, my dearest, I love and enjoyed very much! wishing you Love and Light on your journey xx
Feb 01, 2014 @ 22:07:26
Thank you Himani B. I appreciate your comment. 🙂 When I heard Madonna reading his work I couldn’t believe the emotions I was feeling. Just amazing that after hundreds of years his work is so relevant today. Timeless. For all times. Love, Peace, Joy to you!
Apr 10, 2014 @ 21:26:58
truly beautiful… I started a piece of work called Conversations with Rumi it may be of interest to you. http://mrmichaeldale.com/man-of-words/poetry-2/conversations-with-rumi/
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:16:53
Thank you Michael, I took a look at your page. It looks like you have a great idea. Good luck, and may your inspiration be manifested!
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:18:51
Thx it’s been an interesting journey but one I may not decide not to go alone I am thinking about opening the piece up to contributors and seeing where it goes
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:22:21
I love Rumi’s poetry. I think there must be many poets who respond to his work. His work is timeless. I think opening it up to other poets could be a good idea.
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:36:25
Well that with your post shared by Noora. It speaks to the heart of what I am hoping to share with the world
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:44:28
🙂 That is really kind of you to say! I was honored that she shared it, and glad you found it inspirational. Inspiration only comes when the heart is ready 🙂 Good luck in your work!!
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:47:12
Understanding the science and art of inspiration and supporting others to do the same is my true calling in life it’s my job too which is pretty cool!
Apr 10, 2014 @ 22:52:18
I was just reading your About page. I truely understand that journey of healing and life transformation. Have been through some similar experiences. Keep strong, keep producing, keep creative and continue to have such a positive attitude about life and it’s creative possibilities.
Apr 25, 2014 @ 07:29:10
This might just blow your mind http://mrmichaeldale.com/2014/04/25/forceps-by-dave-rock/
Jul 27, 2014 @ 05:44:48
This is a gorgeous piece of writing. Enjoyed this a lot!
Aug 01, 2014 @ 20:28:25
Thank you so much. Your work is also beautiful!
Jan 03, 2015 @ 16:33:15
Karen,
Your poem is beautiful.
Jan 03, 2015 @ 16:43:18
Thanks Deb, Happy 2015! May you be inspired!