Carved in stone
A tattooed rock at Le Carrefour des Cascades in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris.
Signs of love.
Natural rock formations. Notice the bird hiding at right.
Tranquility at the base of the waterfall.
A view of the waterfall's base from behind a heart-shaped rock formation.
Water cascades down the sides of the rocks.
In many parts of this world water is scarce and precious.
People sometimes have to walk a great distance
then carry heavy jugs upon their heads.
Because of our wisdom, we will travel far for love.
All movement is a sign of Thirst.
Most speaking really says, "I am hungry to know you."
Every desire of your body is holy;
every desire of your body is Holy.
Dear one, why wait until you are dying
to discover that divine Truth?
Hafiz poem from the book "The Subject Tonight is Love" translated by Daniel Ladinsky.
Love your photos. I've enjoyed my visit!
Posted by: Maryjane | 07 May 2008 at 01:55 AM
This is a wonderful poem and a splendid illustration for your handsome photos. That last one with the water falling...wow.
Posted by: Jeanie | 06 May 2008 at 06:45 PM
amazing photos Tara!
Posted by: London Southern Belle | 04 May 2008 at 11:37 PM
Hafiz...
What a man. What a poet.
You are lucky going to San Fran this year! Good idea, maybe I'll see if I can swing it. What a nice trip that would be to a place I've always wanted to visit.
This poem is bound to stick with me all day, as Hafiz often does when I read him. (The poetry, not the man! ;oD)
xox
Enjoy your Sunday!
Posted by: Gillian | 04 May 2008 at 08:18 PM
I love, love, love the combination of this poem and the photos ... went over them several times! Brilliant, JP/deb
Posted by: JanePoe (aka Deborah) | 04 May 2008 at 07:54 PM
Oh you have made my Sunday come alive dear Tara. Hafiz, the waterfall and the joy of being alive. Thank you poetic lady.
Posted by: Yoli | 04 May 2008 at 05:27 PM
this is my very most favorite hafiz poem ~
i adore it and i adore YOU!!!
i get to see you soooo sooon!!!
yay!
*happy dancing*
Posted by: maddie | 04 May 2008 at 04:17 PM
Oh my... what a PERFECT article, Tara! Made my Sunday!!! Both your amazing Green themed photos and the poem, together give us an important message. Personally I got it:)
Hope you too have a great day.
Posted by: Nihal | 04 May 2008 at 02:23 PM
your photos continue to get lovelier. I particularly like the one with the hanging plants inside the cave. The bird does not look real; like a cave painting. I never would have seen it had you not pointed it out. Did you want to go stand beneath the dripping water?
Hoping all is well with you and your family
Posted by: AscenderRisesAbove | 04 May 2008 at 01:31 PM