Despite our having individual identities or forms, we are all part of a larger whole, much like how a river flows into the ocean, merging and becoming one with it, any perceived separation is but illusion. That despite apparent separateness or duality in individuals or relationships, there is ultimately a singular essence or energy that connects and unifies them …..in this case, LOVE being that unifying force. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org When you listen to the words of this poem, listen with all of your spiritual heart, just below the sternum, were all truth and unity dwells. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe