Tag Archives: storm

Safety

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Meisaan Chan

Even in the tempest, you are safe; open and see what true safety is © Meisaan Chan

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The aftermath of the wave

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Meisaan Chan

The great wave has sunk into the sea and joined again that smooth, silver line; I, still gasping, wipe saltwater from my face examine my boat, and in the silence, start mending © Meisaan Chan

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After the storm

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Meisaan Chan

Deep shadows, bold morning light rain still sliding down my window, the world, slick and golden, glowing from within – and then the gold is gone, fled, leaving only drenched flatness but I remember what just passed I remember the … Continue reading →

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Mending nets

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Meisaan Chan

When the storm has finally passed it is time to mend your nets for you cannot keep going, going, going – you will catch absolutely nothing – it takes time to mend your nets but more time to fish with … Continue reading →

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The waves crash over my head

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Meisaan Chan

  The waves crash over my head and your lights are so distant, so small: be bigger than this, O God, my rescue for your name is my last breath     © Meisaan Chan (Photo credit: National Geographic)

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Little bird in the storm

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Meisaan Chan

  Little bird in the storm watching every droplet fall, sharing secrets with the rain of your suspension in the sky       © Meisaan Chan

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There are lion’s dens

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Meisaan Chan

  There are lion’s dens and nightmares in the sky but no matter how it seems still you are protected   © Meisaan Chan     (Photo credit: National Geographic)  

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Peace

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Meisaan Chan

  There’s the peace that comes after the storm and then the peace that comes during it: they are sisters, soothing with both hands     © Meisaan Chan

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