Backbone is flexible. Able to stand tall in courage. Or cower in moments of timidity. She is known to us all. But utilized by each in circumstantial ways.
On many occasions, backbone aligns the body with will. Straightening up in times of passion. Erected during flashes of hunger. In this way, she is submissive. But not always. For backbone may lag the spirit. Demonstrating her connection with humanity. Revealing the sporadic nature of the pilgrim.
Backbone may prove to be faithful. As she perseveres over lengthy seasons of adversity. Steadfast in her determination. Firm throughout the winds of a tempest. In blazes of weakness, backbone refuses to persist. Crumbling in the face of venomous foes. Beaten down by abusive structures in the world.
No backbone should pretend she is only dependent on self. For no skeletal structure can withstand the variety of conditions that unfold. And will inevitably need the other to lift her up. This reality requires a network of backbones. Working together in harmony. Surrendering to the strength of neighbors.
With maturity, backbone pays due attention to her associates. Learning and gleaning. Staying open to the inspiration available in awareness. And yielding, when necessary.
On rare glints of clarity, backbone understands her relatives span beyond this mortal life. That she was truly formed over the course of millennia. Shaped by previous attempts to raise up with strength. To face the demons that invade the journey. Her fortitude is solidified in this holy reflection on the past. As she is propelled beyond this moment. And given the strength to stand up straight. Amen.
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On many occasions, backbone aligns the body with will. Straightening up in times of passion. Erected during flashes of hunger. In this way, she is submissive. But not always. For backbone may lag the spirit. Demonstrating her connection with humanity. Revealing the sporadic nature of the pilgrim.
Backbone may prove to be faithful. As she perseveres over lengthy seasons of adversity. Steadfast in her determination. Firm throughout the winds of a tempest. In blazes of weakness, backbone refuses to persist. Crumbling in the face of venomous foes. Beaten down by abusive structures in the world.
No backbone should pretend she is only dependent on self. For no skeletal structure can withstand the variety of conditions that unfold. And will inevitably need the other to lift her up. This reality requires a network of backbones. Working together in harmony. Surrendering to the strength of neighbors.
With maturity, backbone pays due attention to her associates. Learning and gleaning. Staying open to the inspiration available in awareness. And yielding, when necessary.
On rare glints of clarity, backbone understands her relatives span beyond this mortal life. That she was truly formed over the course of millennia. Shaped by previous attempts to raise up with strength. To face the demons that invade the journey. Her fortitude is solidified in this holy reflection on the past. As she is propelled beyond this moment. And given the strength to stand up straight. Amen.
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