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Cancerian Moon
I dreamt last night
that we—
arch enemies
sworn adversaries—
were alone in a room
Through something I can't explain
the wall between us was felled
crumbled by a force
greater than anything I'd ever felt
I don't know what overtook me
in that moment
but I reached out
and hugged you
tightly
Told you that I was sorry
for hurting you in any way
you said, 'Me too'.
It was that simple
so easy to let bygones
dissipate and become
what they were meant to be
The door opened
and people entered
You scooted close to me
to free up seats for them
we giggled
like schoolgirls
and were threatened
with separation
if we didn't quit
Which, of course
the rebel in each
we'd now come to accept
burst out laughing instead
It was the most beautiful thing
I could ever remember hearing
that we—
arch enemies
sworn adversaries—
were alone in a room
Through something I can't explain
the wall between us was felled
crumbled by a force
greater than anything I'd ever felt
I don't know what overtook me
in that moment
but I reached out
and hugged you
tightly
Told you that I was sorry
for hurting you in any way
you said, 'Me too'.
It was that simple
so easy to let bygones
dissipate and become
what they were meant to be
The door opened
and people entered
You scooted close to me
to free up seats for them
we giggled
like schoolgirls
and were threatened
with separation
if we didn't quit
Which, of course
the rebel in each
we'd now come to accept
burst out laughing instead
It was the most beautiful thing
I could ever remember hearing
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Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 2:02am
I really appreciate this write. Sometimes we really hold on to grudges.
The whole "I'm right" ego.
This is a beautiful feel-good poem that I totally absorbed:)
Thank you for sharing some forgiveness and kindness karma.
The whole "I'm right" ego.
This is a beautiful feel-good poem that I totally absorbed:)
Thank you for sharing some forgiveness and kindness karma.
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 4:16pm
Thank you, Adelphina! It was very real and liberating to experience. It may never happen, but at least I know what it will feel like if it does! Thank you for your kind words and the RL honor. xo
Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 3:27am
Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 4:16pm
Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 4:50am
Dear A,
Stunning. I loved the whole sense of forgiveness in addition to kindness. The opportunity to let it go and move forward. The burden of that kind of weight being lifted feels like it would be euphoric. This was truly a bright light for the world today. Lovely write. H🌷
Stunning. I loved the whole sense of forgiveness in addition to kindness. The opportunity to let it go and move forward. The burden of that kind of weight being lifted feels like it would be euphoric. This was truly a bright light for the world today. Lovely write. H🌷
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 4:17pm
Thank you, Honoria. It honestly was euphoric. I am blessed I got to experience it, and have no doubt that regardless of the physical dynamics surrounding this relationship, my spirit has already let bygones be gone.
Thank you for the RL honor and your kind comments. xo
Thank you for the RL honor and your kind comments. xo
Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 11:57am
Oh wow, sometimes it is as easy as saying "I'm sorry"
...and how amazing the two of you brought the rebel out in each other.
Love this piece, Ahavati, those last two lines are simply brilliant.
...and how amazing the two of you brought the rebel out in each other.
Love this piece, Ahavati, those last two lines are simply brilliant.
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 4:18pm
It is so easy; I learned that through the dream. And whether or not it ever comes to pass physically, my spirit has already made it so.
Thank you for the RL honor and kind words. xo
Thank you for the RL honor and kind words. xo
Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 7:07pm
That's a beautiful dream, Ahavati 😊people shouldn't hold on to grudges too long. Life is too short to dwell on hurts.
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
9th Jun 2024 8:18pm
Re. Cancerian Moon
Brings to mind the Philip Larkin poem:
Within the dream you said:
Let us kiss then,
In this room, in this bed,
But when all's done
We must not meet again.
Hearing this last word,
There was no lambing-night,
No gale-driven bird
Nor frost-encircled root
As cold as my heart.
Perhaps that the link between your poem and this is the deep, unspeakable longing that can surface in dreams. The warmth of a dream, heightened by waking to colder realisation, but which can serve as a real-life prompt to action :))
Within the dream you said:
Let us kiss then,
In this room, in this bed,
But when all's done
We must not meet again.
Hearing this last word,
There was no lambing-night,
No gale-driven bird
Nor frost-encircled root
As cold as my heart.
Perhaps that the link between your poem and this is the deep, unspeakable longing that can surface in dreams. The warmth of a dream, heightened by waking to colder realisation, but which can serve as a real-life prompt to action :))
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
10th Jun 2024 9:54pm
I love Larkin so it's an honor to be mentioned with him. Thank you for posting and the RL honor. It's appreciated.
Re. Cancerian Moon
10th Jun 2024 4:53pm
I'm learning to let things go that weigh too much. Grudges are on that list. A dream like this one feels almost prophetic.
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
10th Jun 2024 9:55pm
This was most definitely prophetic as well as a release. I appreciate you for recognizing what's important and course-correcting grudges. They're so petty in the grand scheme of things, especially when we're all just here to learn from experience, which includes mistakes. xo
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
19th Jun 2024 7:28pm
I don't see many 0° ( the ingress ) in my birth charts!
You are truly beginning a new astrological season, which is very exciting because your placement is dignified in its home, which means your response to it is strengthened and enables you to control your circumstances.
In essence, you’re VERY Cancer with all the lunar traits of the Moon in Cancer intensely felt. This is also considered a birth; therefore, as a baby, the experience is considered pure and you'll be absorbing so much information.
Many astrologers believe that a 0° planetary ( or luminary ) ingress represents a new soul beginning their journey through life for the first time.
I don't have any planetary ingresses; however, I am a 0° MC ( Cancer ) & IC ( Capricorn ), as well as 0°Asc ( Libra ) & Des ( Aries )! I am in no way a new soul; however, I am beginning a new cycle in my evolution.
Welcome to Earth and thank you for sharing!
You are truly beginning a new astrological season, which is very exciting because your placement is dignified in its home, which means your response to it is strengthened and enables you to control your circumstances.
In essence, you’re VERY Cancer with all the lunar traits of the Moon in Cancer intensely felt. This is also considered a birth; therefore, as a baby, the experience is considered pure and you'll be absorbing so much information.
Many astrologers believe that a 0° planetary ( or luminary ) ingress represents a new soul beginning their journey through life for the first time.
I don't have any planetary ingresses; however, I am a 0° MC ( Cancer ) & IC ( Capricorn ), as well as 0°Asc ( Libra ) & Des ( Aries )! I am in no way a new soul; however, I am beginning a new cycle in my evolution.
Welcome to Earth and thank you for sharing!
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19th Jun 2024 9:01pm
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
Yeah, that anaretic ° is tricky. It's interesting that the teacher and taskmaster's ingress is in the 9th. I'd rather enjoy listening to the song if you have a link. And you're more than welcome to participate in the Gathering Place ( speakeasy forum ). It's for everyone to share.
As you know, astrologers are very particular about revealing their natal charts due to the negative energy that can be manipulated with such knowledge. If you're willing to provide proof of who you are I'll consider a synastry biwheel.
Who do you study under?
And you're very welcome.
As you know, astrologers are very particular about revealing their natal charts due to the negative energy that can be manipulated with such knowledge. If you're willing to provide proof of who you are I'll consider a synastry biwheel.
Who do you study under?
And you're very welcome.
Anonymous
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20th Jun 2024 00:32am
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
20th Jun 2024 1:04am
Well, with my natal Mercury OOB, and Mercury currently OOB, I am not surprised! :D OOB planetary designees don't operate nor communicate within the societal expectations. lol
There's some powerful energy right now with all these inner planets OOB at Solstice and a Cardinal ingress followed by a full Moon, which hasn't happened since 1985! Whooo hoooo! If one isn't grounded, they'll get swept away in an emotional landslide.
It's times like this I am happy to be a fixed sign!
Too bad about the song. Would've loved to have heard it. Maybe after you are happy with it you could record it. Good things take time to manifest.
There's some powerful energy right now with all these inner planets OOB at Solstice and a Cardinal ingress followed by a full Moon, which hasn't happened since 1985! Whooo hoooo! If one isn't grounded, they'll get swept away in an emotional landslide.
It's times like this I am happy to be a fixed sign!
Too bad about the song. Would've loved to have heard it. Maybe after you are happy with it you could record it. Good things take time to manifest.
Re. Cancerian Moon
20th Jun 2024 2:15pm
I appreciate this write.
Sometimes you forget what all the dust ups were about and all you know is you're not talking.
Great uplifting feel here
BIG LIKE
Sometimes you forget what all the dust ups were about and all you know is you're not talking.
Great uplifting feel here
BIG LIKE
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
20th Jun 2024 2:49pm
Re. Cancerian Moon
25th Jun 2024 9:21pm
What an incredible dream set. To find peace in dreams and offer peace. This was amazing.
Are your dreams lucid? Do you know you’re there?
You have some pretty cool sleep stories. I find that absolutely fascinating.
I really loved this. You are a beautiful human.
Are your dreams lucid? Do you know you’re there?
You have some pretty cool sleep stories. I find that absolutely fascinating.
I really loved this. You are a beautiful human.
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
25th Jun 2024 9:39pm
Aww thank you! The feeling is mutual. And thank you for the RL honor.
Yes, there's a part of me that literally feels the emotions, which is why I know it's either happening in another dimension or will happen in the future.
I have an affinity with night. Maybe it's a Scorpio thing! LOL!
Yes, there's a part of me that literally feels the emotions, which is why I know it's either happening in another dimension or will happen in the future.
I have an affinity with night. Maybe it's a Scorpio thing! LOL!
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
1st Jul 2024 4:51pm
Re. Cancerian Moon
10th Aug 2024 4:28pm
I think this digs into the core and deep connection we can feel toward others, regardless of the past.
Wonderful piece.
Wonderful piece.
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Re: Re. Cancerian Moon
10th Aug 2024 5:06pm
Re. Cancerian Moon
7th Oct 2024 9:17am
Those types of dreams are very profound. I recently dreamt I met the late Elizabeth ll and it was so poignant and real at the time.
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7th Oct 2024 1:56pm