Haiku on T’ai Chi Chih Practice

Softly, quietly,
In the early morning light,
I begin this day.

Circle, make it round
Circulate and generate
Invite Chi to stir.

Folding, enfolding
Reaching to touch the divine
All is circular.

Carry the ball soft
With reverence and respect
Gentleness prevails.

Don’t push the river
It will flow where it will flow
Circles widening.

Breathe peace in and out,
Like ocean waves on my shore,
Being peace I smile.

I am being danced,
By strong, loving energy.
What joy filled knowledge.

Hands leaking stardust,
Pulling In the Energy
Of the farthest star.

Push, pull, push, pull, push
T’an T’ien the director
Orchestrating all.

Eyes fill with wonder,
When effort is no effort
My heart fills with joy.

Mind chatter quiets
Until I am still inside,
Graceful conclusion.

– Becky B. Watkins
Student of Bitsy LeBlanc
and Caroline Guilott