Under this moon,
Newly concealed for brief moments
Early on this morning,
Some are sleeping.
Some are awake.
Everyone in this country
And on this planet,
Gaze at this moon in wonder.
I don’t know what hopes and ideals
Are in the minds and hearts of others.
I have always thought
That our presence together
Should lead us to share our amazement
To seek common ground
To recognize that this cosmic event
Should remind us that
So much is not in our control
And that there is so much we don’t know
About the workings of the universe
And the possibilities within creation,
Meaning that
We should be humble and accepting
Of the realities all around us.
Some would suggest and impose understandings
That ignore and even reject existing diversity
Others might say that there is no reason to acknowledge
That we all deserve an opportunity to stand together
Within the same awe
As equals
As this earth continues on its incredible journey.
I will not impose, ignore, or reject
Actual truth and accumulated knowledge
Put forth not by those who seek power,
But by those fellow members of humanity
Who still see miracles
In the heavens, in beautiful landscapes
And in the desire to act with compassion and decency
That will allow the eclipse to end
And let the light shine once again.
(Original lunar eclipse photo on a cloudy morning, 4:21 am CST, Overland Park, KS)
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