Heart WadiHeart Wadi
In the desert of my heart, I found a spring.
The eye of the mother woke up weeping for her children.
As I drank deep of the clear water, the sky let loose with rain.
The sands burst forth with flowers, yellow blooms, green leaves.
Thank you, dear friend, for leading me to the well of compassion.
Thank you, dear friend, for leading me to the well of joy.
In the desert of my heart, I stood in need.
The sustenance I needed, could not be found.
When you took my hand in yours and led me further,
I wondered what at the end we’d find.
Thank you, dear friend, for leading me across the valley.
Thank you, dear friend, for staying by my side.
In the desert of my heart, know that death did stalk me.
The desert dogs were nipping at my heels.
Thirst and hunger were quick to overtake me.
The rocks tore at my hands and knees.
Thank you, dear friend, for shelter and for safety.
Thank you, dear friend, for food and for a drink.
In the desert of my heart, I stood in silence.
The pulse that should have been could not be heard.
I bent my ear down to listen to the stones.
From this position I could see your wounds before me.
The eye within me opened wide to cry.
Thank you, dear friend, for leading me to my heart.
Thank you, dear friend, your presence made it start.
Dear friend, let me help you cross your desert.
We will keep the dogs and thirst at bay.
Drink from my well until you find yours.
The rain will come and wash away the sorrow.
Dear friend, let me dress your wounds and soothe you,
And, we will live to lead another on the way
