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Silence

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John McLarty
Jun 25, 2024
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Yesterday, I told her:
I have let go all the doctrines and explanations
and theories and beliefs. 
In their place I cultivate affection.
I have moved from all sorts of theological convictions 
to a simple practice of love.
 
I imagined I was giving voice to wisdom. 

Then she said:
Love is not enough. 

Her words stopped me,
left me dumbstruck,
silent.…

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