A Meeting of Minds

We offer salutations and respect to all present at this meeting andto all who will be affected by it.We brush off the chairs on which we sit -to make a clear space for a meeting of minds.We brush off from our clothing any debris picked up on the way -to clear our minds of extraneous matters.We wipe the blood from our hands -to acknowledge and apologize for any hurt we have inflicted.We wipe the tears from our eyes -to acknowledge and forgive any hurt we have received.We take the lump out of our throats -to let go of any sadness or disappointment.We take the tightness out of our chests -to let go of any fear or resentment.We acknowledge and pray for guidance -to the Great Creator Spirit of All Life.

- Ralph Metzner