Heart of a Flower

Wind flirts in a subtle hush
Its presence hinted no rush
Trees dance in contentment
Earth throbs with excitement
How I like to open up wide
Let the sun penetrate inside
Unspeakable bliss of purity
Perfumes transient eternity
No resistance; surely no pain
Love does not bloom in vain

Joie De Vivre

I watch young souls of many lifetimes stroll along
Reveling in nature accompanied by deep thoughts
Cyclists alerted the weary searching for rationality

Birds sing, stream gurgle and voices share stories
Trees and plush green grass supply welcome stop
Exchange of hugs and smiles brush off the tears

Wilderness offers benefits of sojourning venture
Healing vacation and frolicking in a forested city
Always more than what I planned as solo retreat

Spectacular Display

Amid the chaos of the city
There’s a beautiful garden
Full of colour and splendour
That uplifts the soul’s bliss

There’s a beautiful garden
With sweet fragrant flowers
That uplifts the soul’s bliss
While soaking in the sun

With sweet fragrant flowers
Begging me to stay around
While soaking in the sun
And absorbing tranquility

I lingered alone in a garden
Full of colour and splendour
As life got more meaningful
Amid the chaos of the city

Season of promise

Soon-to-blossom branches
Wave in merry gracefulness
Bare arms of skin and ‘bone’
Prepare to yield abundance

Redeemed wonder of life
Assure growth and rebirth
Serenity of inner sanctum
Salvage harmony with earth

Freedom

Freedom

Psyche stalks soul like a ghost
What should have and cannot
Plays hide and seek with what is

Punctuated by death of joy
Episodes of panic prolong
Soul feels meaningless void

Overly guarded, paranoid
Mind is in a state of frenzy
Wondering what life is up to

Life whispers its intention
Feelings regain integrity
Thoughts speak with stillness

Tired from its own brutality
Alas! Mind fell sound asleep
Joy of being alive resurrect

A day full of Light

real time living
resurrects dead dreams
fray of living depart
slow down has new meaning
heart stops it hurry gallop

the race with time halted
whatever God began
universe continues
according to life
all is possible

death is not the enemy
truth is not perishable
stranger like me
friend like thee
God knows all

i rest from suffering
i let fray take flight
bliss of tranquility
healing of mindbodyspirit
forever ready

holy reverence
eternity now
inner peace
magnanimity
equanimity

happy fitness
new life
freedom
bliss
trusting self

Joy fills the air

Joy fills the air on New Year’s Day
Folks meet to celebrate and pray
Voices rattling in delight
On this frigid wintry night

Tempting food on the party tray
And the display on the buffet
Busted diet plans right away
With each irresistible bite
Joy fills the air

Another year welcomed to stay
With its moments of work and play
And attempts to start a diet
Long past putting the skates away
Joy fills the air

Forever Young

Age: invented phenomenon
Completely void of meaning
Spirit experiences no ending
Only beginning, continuation
This is reason enough to be…
…Forever Young

forever and evermore

Wide awake in deep sleep
Vivid vision of life appear
Sorrow turning into joy

Echo of dissolved dreams
Waiting on wings of hope
Manifests on quiet screen

Never-out-of-season joy
Fighting in the mind ceases
Nirvana resumes its reality

Reunited

Cherished nights, treasured days
Relinquished tiresome thoughts
Eased escape from prison walls
Spent building and repairing

Fortress of life so resilient, so firm
Wild and free, yet gentle as a lamb
Sparks of craze ignited soul
Staging ambiance for lost hearts

Love never needed fancy words
Sincerity bestowed itself freely
Truth revealed its purest form
Set mind free to find spirit

Life long friends reunited at last
As if time stood still and waiting
How marvelous it is to be united
Soulful-mind together forever once again

After a While

Life circumstances linger on
Still need to enjoy everyday
Quiet mind and joyful play

A plant grows toward light
Never in a haste or hurry
Wastes no time in worry

Imitate life in such bliss
Effortless ease and style
Rest in peace and, smile

I Cry

When time seems too temperamental
When security blanket is uncomfortable

When I cross the bridge that I was afraid of
When spirit carries me throughout ordeals

When folks reach out and touch my soul
When someone lovingly hugs my heart

When I look within and see my true beauty
When my body aches and I when feel great

When I marvel at life’s uninterrupted bliss
When I honour my ability to create my reality

when life's rains merge and mingle with mine
When love is staring at me in profound silence

I cry!

Jolly Jiffy

Flurries and snow mingle in the air
Wonderment behold each breath

Mind travel to memories of spring
Heart lingers on in the frisky chill

A holy stillness wraps up the soul
Woolies and teas warm the body

Confidence

Courageously walk the path of resilience
Optimistic of being infinite potentiality
Nourish body-mind-soul-spirit with bliss
Fill with peace of mind and enthusiasm
Invigorate spirit essence of tranquility
Deepening and reinforcing self-love
Encourage everyday awareness of life
Neglecting none who walk this earth
Contentment that triumph over matter
Enjoying exuberance elixir existence

return of joy

Stumbled upon hounds of heaven
Absorbed by thoughts and voices
Inquisitive mind pondered on life

Cross-of-crux rolled off belief case
Self respect, poise and bliss revived
Immersed in the ocean of gratitude

Knew I had lost something precious
Journeying on my way back to reality
Not sure what- until the return of joy

More than a question

How are you today, my dear?
Empty and dull, was his reply
Relieved that someone cared

Instead her eyes wondered off
Looking for their next exhibit
Disquiet, he looked for a hole

Tried to contain frustration
Lips tightened, jaws locked
I felt the bulge in his throat

My eyes wandered up his face
His eyes fell abruptly in mine
Do I offer Kleenex, or a hug

Should I cry with him or smile
I smiled not knowing what to say
Like a ghost I just stood there

Took a few timid steps towards him
Big boy’s tears rolled down his cheeks
Unburdening his heart of anguish

Words were not even necessary
Language did not matter either
Just respect and acknowledgment

Soul Meets Spirit

Love is in the air

Its fire awaken

Souls sparkle

Passion unfurl

Two hearts greet

Two bodies meet

Two lives reunite

Aglow with bliss

Too close to separate

Yet free to be apart

Love comes alive

When soul meets spirit

Sensibility

Logic of awkwardness and timidity
Swabbed away spirit’s enchantment
Life and time on separate journeys

Reunited at the fork of the road
Determined to woo the reality
Life designed the predestined

Mutely nod in agreement of its fate
Time pleaded for a lighter sentence
Spirit’s sentiment ignite its consent

Contented with its new lease from life
Time humble acknowledged its limits
Vowing to enjoy journeying in harmony

Many Paths

Walk the road of resilience
Trod path of least resistance
Run the course of perseverance
Rest on the trail of inner endurance
Always alert of life’s many paths

Win-Win

Existence doesn’t wait
It gentle leads the way

Love doesn’t demand
It dwells in the heart

Time doesn’t return
It offers moments

Money doesn’t satisfy
It presents gratuity

Bliss doesn’t diminish
It constantly changes

Enjoying life is not easy

It appears so sometimes

transition of trauma

Emotional commotion
Punctuated by death of joy

Exposed to excess agitation
Worn out nerve sheath
Uptight and spooky

Episodes of panic prevail
Soul feels meaningless void
Overly guarded, paranoid

Dissolution of mental chaos
Prolonged absence of sorrow

Barriers began to walk away
Joy of being alive resurrected

Deciphering

Thorns of life jab
Heart is bleeding
Drops of grief and sorrow
Flow endlessly
Life seems callous

Symphony with time fades
Meaning loses its edging
Nothing makes sense
Emotional heaviness abides
Questions loom large

Why me, why now
How can life be so cruel
What am I here for
Where is my soul
When will agony end

Solace approaches
Soul’s rhythm resonate
Just as the world turns
Circumstances change
Unveiling life purpose

It seem silly to argue
Life lancing the heart
Steering plans off line
Optimism on brink
Mock test of faith

That happened last time
The time before that too
And the time before, before
Somehow I shall remember
Next time thorns of life jab

Polarity

Without confusion there is no clarity
Without dark clouds there is no silver lining

Without valley there is no peak
Without peak there is no valley

Without death there is no life
Without life there is no death

Without emotions there is no feelings
Without feelings there is no emotion

Without instinct there is no consciousness
Without choice there is no negotiation

Without negotiation there is no choice
Without metamorphis there is no transformation

Without transformation there is no metamorphis
Without revolution there is no evolution

Without evolution there is no revolution
Without passion there is no compassion

Without conflict there is no agreement
Without day there is no night

Without night there is no day
Without sun there is no moon

Without desire there is no purpose
Without determination there is no hope

Without creator there is no creation

Without life situations there is no accomplishment

Bliss

Kindness that summons humility
Gentle wind that blows on my face
Stillness that soothe solitude mood
Stops that signal to pause a while
Living in and enjoying the present
Simplicity of childlike confidence

Comfort and Joy

Heard drumbeat
I turn around
Our eyes meet
Spellbound

Bodies greet
Minds romance
Souls dance
Perfect treat

strangers like me

One thing is very sure

God loves no one more

The saint and the sinner

Invited to God’s dinner

Each created to play a part

Straight from God’s heart

In everyone is a reflection

A model of sanctification

I peek at a stranger like me

All I can allow myself to see

A glimpse into its immortality

Reflects to me God’s identity

The Flow

Monkeys swing from tree to tree
Human shift from mood to mood
Rivers meander to meet the sea

All is well and always very good

Both sides of the coin

Were it not for life’s challenges
Insanity would bury creativity

Were it not for life’s challenges
There would be no new discovery

Were it not for life’s challenges
Brain and brawn would be extinct

Were it not for life’s challenges
Happiness would lose its magic

Were it not for life’s challenges
Choice would need no alternative

Were it not for life’s challenges
Living would not be so exciting

Were it not for life’s challenges
Adventure would be very boring

Were it not for life’s challenges
The universe would be forlorn

Everyday Essentials

Everlasting experience of God’s goodness
Peacefulness that revives drooping spirits
Awesomeness that evokes wows and ahas
Comfort flowing from a reassuring word or touch
Ideas that empower and expand artistic faculty
Sense of humour that outshines embarrassment
Restored graciousness to heal troubled minds
Generous serving of love to relieve weary hearts
Buoyancy of confidence, impartiality and freedom
Adventures that rekindles trust and childlikeness
Money to finance goods and services for survival

Lost And Found

Neither of us was available
We both felt so unsuitable
But the day we opened our eyes
Ourselves we chose not to despise

So in each other’s arms we cry
We laugh, hug, dance and sigh
Our love is all we’ll have to give
In its returns we always believe

There’s no need to run or hide
Now we can walk side by side
Waved farewell to years of strife
Vowing to experience bliss of life

Naturalness

Every face I meet is you
Such subtle image of me
The mirror in your eyes
Reflected through smiles

I take a good look at me
Look intently back at you
Oh how you appreciate
Your reflection in my eyes

Comforting assurance
Mind becomes relieved
Heart’s tongue whispers
Not caring for verbosity

Touch of magnetic potency
Invisible, ubiquitous, alluring
Mind truss to genuineness
What a treasure to behold

Circumstances

I sensed that your mind was insane
Life was mangled and futile
I wanted to stay with you for a while
To comfort and help ease the pain

Somehow my mind also was insane
Life forced me to attend to my pain
I wanted to stay with you for a while
Life's fray got too tangled and futile

It was a tough decision to be sincere
Understanding of our journey is clear
Hindsight reflects true love and care
Offering help when we can, my dear

tearing and building

puncture the shield of doom and gloom
brush the heart with the soulful broom
tear down playground of stumbling block
no more hiding in the shadows of shock

there comes time when life finally make sense
lessons, awareness, inspiration, competence
shake off dissuasion and embrace pure light
no more dancing with zombies in the night

envision everything life has to offer for free
breathe in new expectation and opportunity
burst in song and bouts of contagious laughter
no more trading up now for eternal life after

Nature’s Masterpiece

Trees shed their clothes of leaves and streams gurgle freeze
Plummeting temperatures arrest earth’s vigorous activities
Proactive living continue subtly in the womb of creation
Sacred embryo in progress

Sunlight’s golden rays break through the clear blue sky
A touch of frost awakes the earth’s thirst for life
Birds serenade as the sprouts crack the thawed soil
Brilliant unfolding of life

Rich palette of bright colours fascinate the five senses
Fragrance mesmerizes and charms the sense of wonder
The wilderness trades spaces with simulated therapy
The triumph of hope

Life transform again with no ordeal of what could still be
Air is tranquil, crisp, still magnificent, and boldly colourful
Nature models its very own transformation of civilization
Time and time again

Innate Being

Incombustible
Inexhaustible
Unyielding strength
Impenetrable hardness
Indestructible fortress
Awakened poise

Why art thou so?

I am
Changeless
Ageless
Endless
Timeless
Formless
Boundless

I am-
-Spirit

Dei and Me

Didn’t always trust good intention
Rifts with God- conceal aggression
How does deity deal with rejection?
I did not care yet I wanted to know

Mind and body constantly inspected
Spirit’s void ignored and dejected
Heaven, hell- what’s the difference?
I did not know and I did not care

Spew trailer load of confession
Heart and mind woo Perfection
Would God renew their mission”?
I didn’t care; I didn’t want to know

Agnus Dei, I began to swear and pray
Qui tollis peccata mundim, o evay
Has thou really forsaken me?
I didn’t know and I did not care

Dona nobis pacem please, holy tension
God! I need some more comapssion
Looking with pity upon me- again?
It doesn’t matter; I just want to know

Help thou my unbelief, I screech
Touch me in places beyond reach
Don’t you know I long for you?

Surely I know you love me too!

A plea with life

Forgive me for running away
Often times I wish that I had stay
Thoughts of losing you, I dismay
Don’t wanna be away another day

Please, listen, and let me explain
Never meant to cause you pain
Thought it would have been best
This choice filled me with distress

The day I walked out the door
My love for you grow even more
I must confess that I miss you so
More than you would ever know

You said our love is meant to be
I walked away because I disagree
I thought that you were so wrong
I know now, with you, I belong

Please, give me one more chance
Together we will sing, and dance
I want to share life with only you
Oh, say that you actually want to

Footsteps

I hear one set of footsteps along my path
And dear God, I know that it is not mine
For if it were not yours leading the way
I’d be lost for I don’t know where to go

Each time the business of living drains me
And I feel like running away from the fray
I hear your footsteps and I feel safe again
And each time you carried me through it all

When I feel that you may have forgotten me
Your footsteps remind me that you are near
As I run to you and remain in your presence
I recall the many times that this had happened

So every time I feel frightened and all alone
I just listen for your footsteps along my path
For I know that you are not just guiding me
You are taking me where my soul finds rest

Silence

Unspoken speech
Absorbs my soul
I listen to it teach
Unspoken speech
Never tries to preach
Yet makes me whole
Unspoken speech
Absorbs my soul

Forgotten Cares

Forgotten cares
Travel on the wings of the night
Forgotten cares
Release sighs of relief from fears
Reality reveals great light
And chase all the blues out of sight
Forgotten cares

Slow Down

Swept off by anxiety’s brush
Everyone just seems in a rush
Almost no time to enjoy the hush
Diminished peace
Sweet dreams and hope crush
Discord increase

Stress raids and havocs life’s lush
Healthy relaxation no longer plush
And soon chaos continue to gush
Silent pleads it to cease
Slow down, unwind and blush
Enjoy release

Rendezvous with Love

Small coffee
Corn bread muffin
Large chamomile tea
Table for two
Maybe, three

Quiet expression
Searching through eyes,
Longing for peace,
For answers
For forgiveness

Spoken words
Mingled with emotions
Disclosed, exposed
Vulnerable
Unembarrassed

Life intersects
Fork of the road
Body’s separate
Mind parted ways
Spirit moves along

Session with the built-in therapist

Being shielded by her own emotion
Is what made her drift off and roam
As she approached me in slow motion
To ask for the path leading back to home

Curious, but I didn’t analyze her dismay
How long she may have been nomadic
Why she felt safe to ask me for the way
Or whether this lifestyle was sporadic

She told me that she called herself Verona
And wanted to share her purpose with me
Or maybe it was to defend her persona
That may have been flagged as too free

She told me her heart ached with desire
Nearly blossomed to a tolerable degree
Into someone everyone would admire
Only to lose whom she was born to be.

She did not want to become such an addict
Feeling like an empty shell from outer space
So she decided to resolve the inner conflict
With values silver or gold could not replace.

Each step she took during her time astray
Optimimistic of finding her true identity
Graciously, she sang and danced that day
She found and embraced a life of serenity

On Bended Knees

On bended knees I pose to pray
Open up the door of hope, please
Even with no words, I just stay
On bended knees

Yesterday’s pain I need to ease
I’d like you to blow the cares away
Oh life, I yearn your loving squeeze

Will you whisper to me today?
I prostrate myself by these trees
When I’m uncertain what to say
On bended knees

Festival

Vault in my heart
Open
Let out the scarecrow

Resurrected mind
Dance
Soar morning and evening

Awakened spirit
Sing
Celebrate aliveness

Thus Says Universe

Come
Everyone who is thirsty
Drink
Quench your thirst

Hungry?
Come to my feast
Eat
Still your pang of hunger

Weary one
Rest
Give me
All your cares

Wounded child
Come to me
I can make
You whole again

Friendship

Freedom of integrity that uplifts one’s spirit Relationship that encourages self-responsibility
Invites each other to embrace empowering choices
Enjoys celebrating each other’s special moments
Nourishes each others’ authenticity
Demands nothing; instead, shares freely
Supportive during the most trying times
Holds hands, hugs souls, enriches minds
Inspires gracious sense of camaraderie
People who choose to respect one another

Awake What Lies Within

Awake the eagle within you
Stretch your wings and soar
Rise high above each storm

Awake the courage within you
Transcend everyday distraction
Allow yourself to live more

Awake the giant within you
Discover your inner strength
Be willing to rekindle bliss

No Words Needed

Smile means so much
Many faces light up
Closed hearts awaken
Locked up lives open
When someone smiles

A smile says I care
smiles whispers hello
Smile announces I’m here
Smiles pronounces I like you
Smile introduces I love you

My Favourite Tree

There’s the family tree
Yet my favourite tree
The little reed

It bends with the wind
Lies flat when stomped
Shows me resilience

Some tress provide food
My favourite tree
Teaches temperament

Surrender is not failing
Like spirit, the little reed
Calm and strong

Sincerity Prayer

Spirit! Bestow upon me
Willingness to live genuinely
Courage to press on with you
Patience when you seem slow
Appreciation for what you are
Acceptance of how you do things

Rapture

spirit rouses within
soul reveals its beauty
nerves vibrate with glee
body trembles with joy
mind surrenders to love

Soft & Gentle

Your hands so strong
Yet so gentle and soft
As you stroke my cheeks
I feel the magic of love

The passion in our souls
Glows with much delight
As we enjoy this moment
I feel the magic of love

Where do I go

Where do I go when I am tired?
Tell me where do I go
When my flesh is tempted
Oh where do I go?

Where do I go to ease my mind?
Tell me where do I go
When nothing makes sense
Oh where do I go?

Where do I go to find truth?
Tell me where do I go
When I need honest answers
Oh where do I go?

Where do I go in the good times?
Tell me where do I go
When the impossible disappears
Oh where do I go?

…for a restful break
…for the answers you seek
…when you need to celebrate
…when you need truth
spirit beckons…come

First Love

In a twinkle of an eye
It is all woos and ahs
Unexpected passion
Laced with excitement
As love cascades its flare

Scintillating splendour
Spills of enchantment
Radiate the ambience
Whispers of I love you

Amid nervous restlessness

Dear Daddy

I miss you much more than you know
In spite of the years that have passed
Since the day that you breathed your last
Still I struggle to let you go

The spoonful of care you fed me so
Enough to keep you unsurpassed
I miss you much more than you know
In spite of the years that have passed

To live your life in divine glow
Was why God’s parted us so fast
Dad, I know you’re having a blast
Though I’m glad He ended your woe
I miss you much more than you know
In spite of the years that have passed

Mommy Dear

Hey, Mommy
Do you love me?
Yes I love you
Do you love me?
You asked Daddy
Yes I love you
I love you two

Watch you grow
We love you so
Soon though
You will say
I love you too
But not to me
Or even daddy

Then Mommy
Please tell me
Who will it be?
Wait you’ll see
Love is the key
Say it sincerely
On bended knee

Keepsakes

One, two, three
little trinkets
Hidden in the closet
Each encased
In its own mystery

Time knows their age
Three little trinkets
Expensive
Tarnished
Out of shape

tried to recollect
Want to recall
Why I kept
Three little trinkets
I do not remember

Maybe, just maybe
When I ask them
Why they are here
Three little trinkets
Never forsaken

Sure enough
Three little trinkets
Full of memories
Happily reveal
Presence of purpose

Happy Birthday

Another year crowned with many blessings
doors and windows opened wide
Occasions for holding on
Or
Letting go

Witnessing myself and others grow
T’was a year of great success you know
I welcome another year-
Of
Awareness

Heal Me With Music

The marriage
Of musical instruments
Echo the auditorium

Tunes vibrate my chest
As my broken steps
Jig to the rhythm

Electric guitars screech
And pulsating drumbeats
Synchronize the bass

Speakers howl
The floor gyrates
Adding pep to my moves

My clapping hands
And off key singing
Added to the entertainment

The sweet melody
From the spinning vinyl
Chased away the blues

The Scoop

I am in a hurry
But my dear God
Take your time
Because I need patience

I tend to worry
But my dear God
Test my cold feet
Because I need perseverance

My insight is blurry
So my dear God
Lead me to you
Because I need guidance

My life is to give you glory
So my dear God
Give me courage
Because I need endurance

That’s why each day
I pray for these things
You know that I need them
So dear God, send them now

The Restless Sea

On a calm day
Waves roll in
Frothy but gentle…

Sometimes they
Blast against rocks
As they get wilder
They rise high
And slam
Into mountains…

But in a restless rage
Waves furiously
Rush to shore
Destroying
Everything
In their way…

Then tamed breaks
Resume
For a while…

Moments

Sometimes I reach for the stars
While I am down in the valley

Sometimes I sing and shout
From the top of the mountains

Sometimes I laugh out loud
When I attempt to keep still

Sometimes I just stand in awe
As I watch the clouds roll by

Sometimes I keep myself busy
By doing absolutely nothing

Sometimes I tell God what to do
Instead of listening to her plans

Sometimes I even struggle
For a pause along the way

Sometimes I hold on tightly
To what I need to let go

Sometimes I surrender
When I should hang on

Sometimes I think out loud
In the quietness of my mind

Sometimes I am confuse
About simple things in life

Most times I just let life be
Let God love and caress me

Prelude to Love

I will show you my smile
If you promise to stay
Even for a little while
I will make your day

I will show you my smile
When you’re very sad
Even for a little while
I can make you glad

I will show you my smile
Let you read my heart
Even for a little while
You can rip my mind apart

I will show you my smile
Try to ease your plight
Even for a little while
I can help you see the light

I will show you my smile
Pick you up if you fall
Even for a little while
I can wait up for your call

I will show you my smile
And the piece of me that almost died
Even for a little while
Your love for me I had denied

I will show you my smile
To remind you love’s never late
Even for a little while
Let life take us on a date

I will show you my smile
As we reach the stars above
Even for a little while
We will testify to love

Omnipresence

Where can I hide from you?
When you see and know
Everything that I ever do

When I’m feeling sad or blue
You know about the blow
Where can I hide from you?

It is no point to even argue
Or to attempt not to show
Everything that I ever do

You see each tantrum I threw
Be it recent or long time ago
Where can I hide from you?

Even if I stay out of view
You are going to and fro
Everything that I ever do

How you find me I’ve no clue
You know when I cry or glow
Where can I hide from you?
Everything that I ever do

Sweet Surrender

Two hearts longing for comfort
Passion locked in redeemed silence
Love knocked on the vacant door
To close the agony of loneliness
The whispering wind approved
By blowing away layers of sadness

Soft caress replaced all the sadness
They both enjoyed heavenly comfort
The stillness of the garden approved
Smiles bounced off their silence
Tenderness walked in; out scurried loneliness
Vowing to peek through the door

Pleasured hearts opened hope’s door
As they danced to forget their sadness
And filled the pockets of loneliness
With soothing words of great comfort
Until they could only hear silence
As it played tunes of approval

The doves dropped scrolls of approval
And flew back to their door
Excitement not enough to douse silence
But sufficient to bury all sadness
As tears of ecstasy brought comfort
Absolving their lives from all loneliness

Their potential scared away their loneliness
Fluttering of entwined heartbeats approved
They sang in tune with comfort
Eternity walked through the front door
That very day they denounced sadness
Every moment they gazed in silence

They made wedding plans with silence
Courage eviscerated every bit of loneliness
Waved goodbye to old intense sadness
Family, loved ones, friends surely approved
Just as they entered through the door
There again, were joy and comfort

Comfort welcomed them at its door
Silence curtseyed, blessed, and approved
Sadness and loneliness never returned

Ad Infinitum

No more hunger, thirst or rationing
Just celebrations and endless feasting
No yesterdays, todays or tomorrows
Just timeless, formless, changeless

No regrets, loneliness or its sorrows
Just happiness, laughter and serenity
No songs of why me, why me, poor me
Just tunes and choruses of eternity

No time for dirges, tears or mourning
Just dancing and nonstop merrymaking
No more wanting, needing and wishing
Just plenty, only plenty in infinity

Risking

Life brought us together
Our souls unite forever

This is not just destiny
It is the path of eternity

Merci Bien

Thank you for touching a spot
The part of me I almost lost
Sometimes it seems I even forgot
That part of me that can't be bought

ReunitedFriend

Met a friend
Around life's bend
A funny thing to see

Me, waiting for me

Authenticity

Taking off the mask
What a troublesome task
Yet until this was all done
Life remained on the run


Accepted my mould of clay
Reached in beyond humanness
I am face to face
With essence of numinous

Flowing

Some days I whip up a poem
Quicker than mash potato
Other times the ideas trickle
Like syrup from a maple tree

everpresent

the smell of death
always so near

like smoke of incense
fragrancing everywhere

the taste of love
a well known friend

like rose petal tea
soothing heart

the touch of breath
ever so reassuring

like a drink in the desert
salty-sweet, refreshing

the sound of life
reverberating and buzzing

like lightening and thunder
matching along with time

the sight of laughing face
smiling inside outside

like a wellspring
gushing gleefully

Awakened

Almost
Not quite
Her true beauty
Caught her by surprise

For a while
She struggled to understand
Inklings she felt all along
Waiting for her to believe

Obviously
Very certain now
Of true beauty
Emerging from within

Champion

No traffic signal
Just weed alert on display
Wild as can be

Busy mission I forgot
Hurriness braked instantly
Purpose fully awed

Watching weeds in action
Change course around rocks
Grow right through fence

Attention engage senses
Lessons freely presented
Spirit is always thriving

Art of Living

Take time to rest
It heals the brain

Take time to eat
It fuels the body

Take time to sing
It thrive the lungs

Take time to feel
It cures the soul

Take time to cry
It purges the self

Take time to smile
It can redeem a life

Take time to laugh
It amuses the mind

Take time to dance
It awakes the spirit

Take time to breath
It invigorate the cells

Take time to say thanks
It makes giving a delight

Take time to really listen
It is a pathway of the soul

Take time to enjoy nature
It freely shares its wisdom

Take time to just be silent
It offers remedy for worry

Celebration

I rise and greet another day
Not even sure what to say
Nor any clue what is next

A day dawn new and fresh
Feels chilly and looks gray
Happy I am bubbly today

Realness

Always be true
Happy or sad
Life’s not taboo
Simply be you

Always be true
Angry or mad
Life’s not taboo
Simply be you

Always be true
Sorry or glad
Life’s not taboo
Simply be you

CN Tower Stair Climb

I conquered the stairs
Plus some of my fears
Thank you United Way
Helping make my day

Once would be enough
It was such fun stuff
Plan to do it one more time
Twice I did the climb

Three times oh how ideal
Consciously, this is no deal
Memories of my clamber
Something to remember

Timeless Living

moments in peace
from west to east
from north to south
living without doubt
timeless living
life without regret

Now

Today is now
So here’s my vow
One day at a time
Only this is mine

Now is always yours
A moment to pause
Reflect on soulful being
Reverence life’s doing

Someone Loves You

There’s always someone who cares about you
Even during times when you are very sad
She waits each day to help make life anew

Each day’s love is fresh as the morning’s dew
So please remember, though times may be hard
There’s always someone who cares about you
Even during times when you are very sad

She may not like all the things that you do
Yet, loving you always makes her heart glad
Never forget that even when you’re mad
There’s always someone who cares about you
Even during times when you are very sad
She waits each day to help make life anew

Undying Love

Whenever I look in your lovely eyes
You capture the very wild side of me
In a world of magic and perplexity

Your caress reminds me of butterflies
Sparks of undying love set my heart free
Whenever I look in your lovely eyes
You capture the very wild side of me

The brightness of life you never despise
Your gorgeous smile and radiant beauty
Warmth and sincerity are what I see
Whenever I look in your lovely eyes
You capture the very wild side of me
In a world of magic and perplexity

A Day In The Dark

organized day
full of turmoil
the sweet pain of struggle
a battle in my mind
stings freedom from bliss

heart galloping so fast
feverishly toil on projects
wish time would help me
reduce the pressure
of upcoming deadlines

nearing the end of day
noise of an empty stomach
decided to remind me
how long ago I ate
meetings that must wait

along the way
so many mistakes
it would take beyond eternity
to fix every single one
amidst steady interruptions

time seemed to race
quicker than the clock
pile of paper in tray
taller and taller
with each glance

a glimpse at wristwatch
almost five o’clock
next day’s schedule
the many things
that must be done today

logged off the computer
first real breath of the day
scurry out the door
headed home to work
on last night’s chores

Forget & Remember

Some things I forget
Some things I remember
Some things I forget to remember
Some things I remember to forget
Some things I forget to remember to forget
Some things I remember to forget to remember
Some times I remember to forget to remember
Some times I forget to remember to forget
Some times I remember to forget
Some times I forget to remember
Some times I remember
Some times I forget

The Journey

Many choices amid the world’s voices
Run away or hide among other choices
When I could not happily greet the day
I knew I had enough suffering and fray

I began my search for life of a millionaire
But all I discovered was a life of despair
I hunted till my mind was disappointed
Because everything seemed brutally unfair

I crashed into jagged rocks of uncertainty
Potholes of doubt almost swallowed me
While stalking the home of silver lining
Along life’s paths and grisly journey

Crushed by the weight of my sullenness
I stopped a while for a well needed recess
That’s when I lifted veil of mitote maya
Said adios gloom, and hello to Shangri-la

Thank You

For spirit’s guidance along the path of many choices
And carrying me when my oomph needs a boost

For never casting me off when I scamper or stray
And your embracing arms that wrap me upon my return

For your calming presence during stormy moments
And strength to journey on in spite of life’s vicissitudes

For keeping me healthy, strong and, very beautiful
And always loving me and reassuring me of my worth

For sweeping out the dust and debris of doubt
And healing wounds and erasing those emotional scars

For all the experiences that form, shape and renew life
And the many teachers you provide along the way

For inspiring me through all the wonders of your creativity
And affluent abundance you constantly share with me

For laughter, tears, music, dance, rest
And mountains, valleys, rivers, rainbows and snowflakes

For all children of the universe
And creatures that roam the sea, air and land

For managing all my affairs through divine actions
And preserving my life from worry and nervousness

For gifting me with a human measure of omniness
And instructing me with wisdom and knowledge

For encouraging me to accept what is, as what is
And then let go, be still and stand strong

For allowing life situations to blow away my cinders
And present opportunities that need my attention

For the many helpers you provide to support me
And the myriad of ways they remind me of agape

For honing my mind with ideas of all possibilities
And all your ways of confirming Cosmosness
Holy high hallelujah shoutout to you OmniGod

Yesterday

It was just there but it's gone
Gone with all that made it be
What I learn from yesterday?
It always makes way for today

Yesterday a day like none other
Full of joyful laughter and fun
But it has become another day
That left behind sweet memories

A day that was welcomed to stay
Has become one more yesterday
Wishes will not bring it my way
Yesterday was just a passing day

I look at what is now yesterday
A day once in the distant future
Has joined the days from before
With buried pain and pleasure

Yesterday and all its famed glory
Is part of life's archived stories
Of what it was or could’ve been
Things left undone and unseen

Quiet Storm

Wandering in the wilderness last night
Clouds of doom overcast my thoughts
The sky of my mind became darker
Wind of change whipped my brain

My pulse and heart galloped so fast
Pressure almost cracked my rib cage
My mind woke from its hypnotized slumber
Wishing it were in a different time zone

I could see the adrenaline rush to my heels
Still my feet could not help me run
Sweat shot out my pores
Like a jet stream from an angry geyser

Fear eroded the landscape of my nerves
Fury blocked the pathway to my spirit
Life’s high current tossed me in mid air
Gravity wasted no time to drop me

I stumbled into a cave that beckoned to me
Only the music was there when I went in
I was unsure of who turned on the jukebox
But I know the tunes massaged my spirit

A bright light shone from the heavens
And welcomed me to my destined path
My heart and lungs then spoke words
My mind could not comprehend

I fell on my knees and lifted my face to the sky
There was the rainbow adorning the clouds
Chills of exaltation melted the pain
Mental phantoms vanished

Trying Times

Trying Times

I woke up this morning
Feeling very miserable
That’s why I stayed in bed
Just wishing and hoping

My nerves became tense
Nothing made much sense
I wanted to scream at you
Instead, I cried for you

Spirit wasted no time
In drawing closer to me
You touched my heart
Reached for my hand

I began to tell you about
The feeling of void in me
Since you already knew
I needed to ask questions

You want to understand it all
Instead of trusting my plan
You are very upset with me
‘Cause you can’t figure it out

I keep reminding you
Please, do not be afraid
I know just how you feel
Do not resist my will

Prayed for peace of mind
Patience, courage, strength
As you restore and renew me
For all you intended me to be

Even before I said a loud amen
I started to feel plenty better
Now I am ready to face the day
Although I still don’t know why

Unconditional Love of I Am

You asked me how much I love you
You asked me how long will I care
I told you I love you like none other
I told you I care for you now and forever

You asked me why I loved you so much
You asked me why I even care for you
I told you it’s because you are my child
I told you it’s because you are my friend

You asked me not to run away from you
I said this is one thing I will never do
You have nothing to fear for I am here
Even when you do not want me near you

You asked me for one who’s true to you
You asked me for your lifetime friend
I gave you someone you can depend on
I gave you myself to love and cherish

You asked me if I’d ever understand you
I told you that I read your every thought
You asked me if that does not scare me
I told you that I am never frightened

You asked what you did to deserve my love
You asked me what you have to do to keep me
I told you to just love yourself as I love you
I told you that this is all you ever have to do

You wanted to know how to thank me
You wanted to know how to love me too
Just let me love you for that’s what I do best
Just trust me a little more my dearest friend

Hold My Hand

I will not tell you where to go
Because I will take you there
Don’t worry about knowing the way
Because I will take you there

You don’t have to walk alone
Because I will take you there
You don’t have to be afraid
Because I will take you there

There’s no need to cry my child
Because I will take you there
All is well and very safe
Because I will take you there

I will take you there
I will hold your hand
I will be with you all the way
I will never lead you astray

Hand in hand we’ll travel along
We’ll arrive at our destination
Just hold my hand, my dear
We will get there together

Hush

Hush my baby- please don’t cry
Surely one day I’ll tell you why
Days away from you go by and by
Though right now we are apart
You are always in my heart

Hush my baby- please don’t cry
Each time I call I can hear you sigh
Know my love for you will never die
And your love for me I will not deny
Please dry the tears from your eyes

Hush my baby- please don’t cry
No more whispers of being lonely
Very soon I will be by your side
Together our love we will unfold

As we reunite our bodies and souls

I Miss You

Cosmic Cheers

I want to resolve
Being without you
I’d like to reach out
Don’t want to bother you
Least I can do is admit
I miss you

Wonder where you are
Long to hear from you
Don’t know if you’ll return
I pray all is well with you
Wish you’d be back
I miss you

I expected forever with you
A bit baffled why you left
Should you choose to return
You may tell me why
Unexpressed need to go away
Until I miss you

That’s when it dawn on me
Nothing’s wrong
No need for agony
Such is life lesson
Teaching self love and free will
Mystery solved

Beauty

Beauty, where can I find you

Look within, that is where I am

At times shadow distracts you
Far from my truth is its glimpse
To forever embrace radiance
Look within, that is where I am

No makeup can redefine me
Nothing can taint or imitate me
When pure essence you aim to see
Look within, that is where I am

I never fade

I never die

Love Is

Love is the way you look me in the eye
It's the sweet surrender of not holding on
And the way you smile at me each time
Love is the warmth of your embrace

Love is your forgiving touch
Even when you don't say much
It is the expression in your voice
Love is listening to the silence of each other

Love is holding hands, not chaining minds
It's actions, not just the uttered word
It's the sparkle in your eyes when you say hi
Love is what lingers on after the goodbyes

Love is the gift of receiving
It is the reward of the giving
It is the hugs that need no words
Love is being an authentic original

Mother Nature

Through my window the full moon shines
Like a guardian angel it watches over me
The stars wink at me as I lay down to sleep
What a wonderful way nature takes care of me

I open my eyes as I wake in the morning
There's the sun shining through my window
I stretch and smile as its golden rays hinted
How great it is as I start each and every day
With nature always here to take care of me

Later I take a walk through the garden
Trees great and small merrily wave to me
Flowers grace me with sweet fragrance
The morning’s dew and clear blue sky
Remind me that nature takes care of me

Though my life may be sometimes hectic
And often times I do not even notice
Nature stills shares her precious gifts
Oh my Mother Nature I thank thee

Oyster Oracle

Provoke
My thoughts
Oh spewing anger
Bleed, oh ink, bleed
My tear ducts are dry
Otherwise I would cry
As my fingers
Begins to
Write

Rediscovered Gift

Some days I did not care to pray.
Other times I did know what to say
Many days anger stood in the way
Of being grateful for another day

So I let my fingers do the talking
As my mind did some unfolding
To express what it was feeling
That’s the story behind my writing

~Along The Way~

The more you give the more you receive

That is my objective for sharing and giving I learnt that I should do the things that I dream of despite the quaking fear of flopping That was a bit ironic because a lot of the things I dream did not happen because of fear I did not even enjoy the thrill that came with the possibility of actually getting my dream pass the thought stage

The fear gnawed at my ‘I wonder’ moments as the word impossible kept making it frequent visits and for a long time I remained in the comfort zone Talk about discomfort in the comfort zone! It was so horrible that I decided to take baby steps away from it

I sat down one day and decided to rescue those ‘I want to… before I die from the clutch of the impossible That did not really help as much as I thought because all it was a list of things to do

I took an adult step and perked it up by putting a time frame to it I made progress- small but very rewarding Enough so, that I was motivated to attempt the more adventurous dreams Well by then they had moved from the dream category and making its way to I know I can do it

My life became more exciting I began filling it with accomplishment after accomplishment I think I cranked it up to giant size scenarios when I began to imagine living my life backwards