Friday, September 12, 2025

Let The Sunshine

A L O H A  From

H O N O L U L U


 As we work to 
heal the earth, 
the earth heals us.
 Robin Wall Kimmerer




Where Are They Now:

The Checkered Demon  is a fictional character from the 1960s underground comix movement, created by artist S. Clay Wilson. A shirtless, red-skinned demon in checkered pants, the character is emblematic of the transgressive nature of underground comics. 




Gardenia taitensis 'Heaven Scent' 
is a specific cultivar of the Tahiti Gardenia known for its intensely 
fragrant, large, and often 
double, creamy-white flowers.  
A tropical evergreen shrub. 






In a season of sadness
and pain
When the world seems
too dark 
Then be kind to those in grief.
Lend them your helping hand.

Cheer them gently
on their way.
Let your words 
be sweet and few;
Your voice soft, low and true.
Keep your touch tender 
to comfort them.
 Respecting each one's space.

But don't lose 
your own joy
Though you walk with 
those who mourn
For the world's still 
a beautiful place.

Just keep your heart
and mind
Uplifted to the light
our source.

Let the sunshine of that 
Flow from your being
in spite of the sorrow
that surrounds.

It's a privilege  to help 
those who are sad
In the time of their humanity.

It's not easy to 
balance grief and joy.
But it's important to try.

Find ways to keep 
your joy alive.
        Cloudia Charters 

 
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