Power in Connection

a contemplative poem about how the presence of faith in our lives can provide an unexplainable strength. It gives the assurance we are nourished and rooted in something bigger than ourselves that can hold us fast during the storms of life.

a contemplative poem about making many superficial judgements about others when we don't see past the big bright aspects of the personality they choose to share. The richness of who they really are takes time to be revealed.

a contemplative poem about how we are not placed on this earth, in our communities, to take. We all have something to offer and we need to be brave enough to sow it, because it can and does become part of something bigger that can affect more than just us.

a contemplative poem about looking backward with gratitude to those who came before; whose character, determination and choices have influenced who and where we are today.

a contemplative poem about having the courage to take the first step towards healing a relationship by acknowledging our own role in the disagreement and being vulnerable enough to reach out to begin the steps towards a reunited outcome.

a contemplative poem about when we belong to a community, whether a church, cultural group or friend group, we are expanding our opportunities to grow and learn from those we choose to experience this life with.

a contemplative poem about seeking time in nature; to stay in it long enough to become absorbed by it and within it's beauty. The trick is to leave it as we find it, yet to be open to the likelihood of being changed by it.

a contemplative poem that ponders the relationship with our adult children that no longer live at home; that we continue to make time with them a priority and home a place that is always loving, safe and built on shared memories both new and old.

a contemplative poem that challenges our definition of what it means to be a hero. Often, people who live quiet determined lives of integrity and wisdom are not given this title, yet their lives and relationships speak to their strength of character and commitment.

A contemplative poem that references Star Wars A New Hope which acknowledges that our words are a powerful force that can influence how we and others experience a moment, a day, a situation. We need to wield them with care to heal, not cut, to encourage and not to tear apart trusting hearts.

A poem about being authentic and allowing others to see and treasure the real you and in doing so, inspiring them to do the same; resulting in a true and truthful connection with another person