a contemplative poem about needing time and giving ourselves permission to sit with our thoughts and letting them move in the direction and pace they need in order to provide clarity and peace. Forcing our thoughts to take a particular direction to solve something may limit our perspective on a situation.

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 unaware of what lives in our shadow thoughts. We need new information and perspectives in order to shine light on them and reveal that they are not as scary or unconquerable as they first appear.

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 acknowledging those events in our past, fragrant or thorny, that marked us. Although helping to shape us, we need to let them go - lay them down - and move forward with appreciation of the character they created in us.

a contemplative poem about the frequency of recognizing strengths and attributes in others that we dismiss in ourselves - that we are goddesses (daughters of God) unique composites of wisdom, beauty, strength and heart.

a contemplative poem about taking the time you need before committing yourself, your time, or your resources to something or someone. There is no shame in saying no, and there is no hurry to decide; so try to take what you need to make an informed decision about your commitments.

a contemplative poem about needing stillness and quiet and time without distraction and external noise so that we can listen and hear ourselves and The Voice inside us that is helping to guide our becoming.

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.

From the contemplative poem "Full-filled" ....not wanting and not needing, grateful for all that is yet hopeful for all that could be.

What are we missing, or is something missing in us?

Choose your choice and act with confidence