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