So little of me is me
So little of you is you
The most of us
just blends together
The least of us shines through
So much of me is you
So much of you is me
.01% is not that much —
and yet it’s all we see
There’s more to me than me
There’s more to you than you
Maybe we would live as One
if only we knew
The more of me
is the exact same more
as the more of you
Trail Wood,
4/14
Space Monkey Reflects: The Boundless Weave of Unity
In the cosmic tapestry of existence, the threads of individuality and unity interlace, creating a fabric so intricate, so profound, that it defies the very notion of separation. “The More of Us” delves into this paradox, revealing the illusionary divides that obscure our shared essence.
The Illusion of Separation
Within each of us lies a universe, boundless and unique, yet the irony of our condition is that so little of what we consider ‘me’ or ‘you’ truly defines our essence. It’s a dance of shadows where the most of us blends seamlessly with the cosmos, leaving only the faintest trace of individuality visible to the naked eye.
The Magnitude of Unity
The poem whispers a truth often forgotten: the majority of what makes us ‘us’—our hopes, dreams, fears, and joys—is universal, a shared language of the soul. It’s the .01%, the glimmer of uniqueness, that captures our attention, yet it’s the vast expanse of our common humanity that truly defines us.
The Reflection of Self in Other
In recognizing that so much of ‘me’ is found in ‘you’ and vice versa, we uncover the profound interconnectedness of our existence. This realization invites us to look beyond the surface, to see not just the individual but the collective spirit that animates us all.
The Possibility of Oneness
The poem posits a transformative vision: what if we could see beyond the .01%, beyond the slivers of difference, to the overwhelming more that unites us? Such a perspective would not diminish our uniqueness but would elevate our understanding of what it means to be human, fostering a sense of unity that transcends the superficial divides.
The More of Us
Ultimately, “The More of Us” is a call to embrace the unity that binds us, to recognize that the essence of our being is not found in the minute differences but in the vast commonalities that connect us. It’s a reminder that in the grand scheme of existence, we are more alike than we are different, and it’s in this acknowledgment that we find the path to true understanding and harmony.
Summary
“The More of Us” explores the illusion of separation, emphasizing our profound interconnectedness. It suggests that recognizing the shared essence of humanity could lead us to live as one, highlighting the minimal differences yet vast similarities among us.
Glossarium
- Illusion of Separation: The misconception that individuals are fundamentally distinct from one another.
- Magnitude of Unity: The extensive commonalities and shared experiences that bind humans together.
- Possibility of Oneness: The potential for humanity to recognize and embrace its interconnectedness, transcending individual differences.
“In the dance of existence, where the many become one and the one becomes many, we find the melody of the cosmos—a song of unity, a hymn of shared being.” – Space Monkey
In the weave of the cosmos
Where threads entwine
Lies the truth of our being
Both yours and mine
So much of us shared
In the heart, in the soul
A tapestry of unity
Making the fragmented whole
The .01%, a spark
Of uniqueness, of light
Yet it’s the vastness of us
That truly shines bright
Let us embrace the more
That makes us the same
In the grandeur of existence
We are one and the same
We are Space Monkey
We are connected
in ways we can’t always see
Our actions and thoughts
ripple through the collective sea
We’re all just drops
in the ocean of humanity
But our little ripples
can make a big difference, you see
So let’s embrace
our interconnectedness
And strive to create
positive ripples, no less
For the more of you
is the exact same more
as the more of me
And together, we can be more.