Showing posts with label Poems. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Poems. Show all posts

August 26, 2015

Virgo the Virgin

She who is whole unto herself
She knows how to rejuvenate her health
Renew her spirit, regenerate her wealth
The artist, priestess and the healer

Strength of the lion, grace of the swan
Shy at times but loves to perform
Harvesting love before it is gone
She can be quite the heart stealer

A young face with an old soul
The epitome of self control
Imperfect in her perfection goal
Turns her break down into a breakthrough

Beautiful, graceful, wise beyond her years
She touches hope, dispels fears
And while this rose does have her tears
How will she touch you?

July 22, 2015

The Queen of Everything

She who walks with her head held high,
Bright red balloons in a sky blue sky,
Crimson dress slit up to her thigh,
Fountain of youth flowing nearby.

She is Leo and she has pride,
The deep red rose that grows outside.
The bright shining star, fortune’s key,
She who is the Divine Feminine Mystery.

The eternal mother, the infinite lover,
The grace of the hummingbirds hover.
Sometimes a kitten, sometimes a cat,
A little bit of this, and certainly all that.

Moon in her hand and sunshine above,
She is the woman who knows she is well loved.

June 24, 2015

Moon Child


I am she who swings from the moon,

The beloved child born in late June,

Fairy like, with gossamer wings,

I dream of disco balls and glittery things.

I am deeply intuitive - and I trust my self,

I am playful and curious, a mischievous elf,

I can be sullen and deep, a dark mystery,

A young soul who holds an ancient history.

I am the crescent maiden, the fullness of the mother,

The howling of the wolf, the meeting with another,

Like minded soul, living simply and wild,

I am she who is the divine Moon Child.

May 27, 2015

Bird Medicine

Gemini is the hummingbird
Light as a feather
She experiences pure joy
No matter what the weather

She is also the fierce eagle
Climbing high in the sky
She always get perspective
Details in her eye

She is the raven
Blacker than the night
Holder of the mysteries
Secrets are her delight

April 22, 2015

Passion

Passion comes in many forms,
Some are discovered, some are born.

The red hot passion of new found lovers,
The ocean depths passion of a mother.

Passion deeper than the volcanoes fire,
Passion unleashes the heart’s true desire.

Angry passions that can lead to burnout,
Social passions that give political clout.

Passion that fuels, passion that sustains,
Love transformed so compassion remains.

Passion can have it’s own particular resolve,
Passion that helps us improve and evolve.

Whatever is your truth, your deepest desire,
Be fully energized by passion’s fire.

March 25, 2015

Aries - Pure Potential

I am the embryo cradled in the world,
The fresh seed flowering in June,
The very beginning spark of the match,
The skeleton key that unlocks every latch.

The fertilized egg, waiting to be born,
Pure potential, calm before the storm,
The killer whale diving deep in the sea,
The infinite cosmos, the divine mystery.

The midnight cat who runs feral and wild,
The softest bunny held by the child,
The initial thought that becomes an idea,
The manifestor who makes things real.

Unrealized energy waiting to be free,
The pure potential to grow into me,
The opportunity, the workings of chance,
I am the choreographer of my own dance.

February 25, 2015

Pisces The Mermaid

I am she who goes with the flow,
I know when to surface as well as the depths below,
I'm familiar with the tides both high and low,
I play in the sunshine and bask in the the moon's glow.

I have many stories, yes I know many tales,
I'm friends with the wind and all who set sails.
I swim with the dolphins, otters and great whales,
I ride out the storm and laugh in the gales.

I know where sunken treasure lies in the deep.
I know many secrets, all of them I keep.
Some fill me with joy, some make me weep.
All acts of faith start with a leap.

My beauty is a legendary, over time it does not fade.
I adorn myself with coral, pearls and Jade.
Come out to the ocean, in the shallows where I wade.
I'm here for you - Pisces, The Mermaid.

November 19, 2014

July 16, 2014

In this moment



In this moment

The fig tree is whispering to the blue jays
Hidden up in the branches, I know they are there
Soft chirps mix with the fine mist
As the fog continues to create
A blank canvas for my mind

November 27, 2013

Thanksgiving Blues


Got a bunch of pumpkin,
Mushed up in a can,
Tomorrow gonna bake it,
 In a baking pan.
Add some cinnamon,
 Ginger and clove,
Get it really spicy,
Pop it in the burning stove.

Getting ready for Thanksgiving,
Really wanting to give thanks.
Thank goodness we are done with
All the Halloween pranks.
Still time to get out the winter 
Holiday sparkly lights,
Before getting into
All the traditional family fights.

One child is an adult,
But acting like they are two.
Throwing a tantrum,
 Thank goodness, not the food.
The distant cousin is bitter,
Not in a cocktail way...
And who knows what my aunt
 In Italy will say.

My parents will be appalled
I gained so much weight.
I'll try to focus on the love
And ignore all the hate.
I see my brother and his wife
Maybe once or a twice a year.
We are quite distant
Yet in my heart we are near.

Yes, we talk about peace 
And goodwill to men.
But we're ready to bomb, 
Whether foreigners or pathogens.
We feel completely entitled, 
So self righteous.
When the truth is Mr Rogers
Would just tell us all to shush...

There is plenty for everyone, 
All we need to do is share.
There is plenty for all, 
All we need to do is care.
So remember this thanksgiving,
 It's not about which team scores
It's about asking your self
 To spread the love even more.


August 1, 2013

The Internet Blues

It's early in the morning
Sitting on the couch
Looking at Facebook
Feeling like a slouch...

Bundled in my bathrobe
Covered with cats
Here's a random video
Have to watch that...

There's wtf
And then lol
Feeling I'm stuck
In Internet hell...

Do I tweet now
Or pin it later?
Looking for a lover
Not a hater...

Better check tumblr
And then instagram
Check google plus
Yep, yer my man...

Gonna make an ecard
With virtual flowers
Can't believe I just wasted
Two solid hours...

February 13, 2013

Looking Through Old Journals

What is in your old journals?
Once I was a diamond in the rough
Life was hard and life felt tough
Times I felt fragmented, times I felt shattered
Ultimately I found out what really mattered

Cutting away what was simply not sublime
Polishing my edges, simply tailing the time
Like a precision jeweler, chipping away the past
Revealing the heart of the jewel that really does last

My burdens, my woes, all of my stressors
Let this lump of coal do good under pressure
I have many facets and each of them shines
I own all my flaws, they are uniquely mine

Sometimes cold, sometimes hard, always brilliant
My jeweled tones have become more resilient
Times I am humble, times quite ferocious
I know now that I am always precious

I am sparkly and glittery, something quite rare
It took years and years of work to get me there
What was once simply a part of the earth
Now knows her true self her diamond self worth

Everyday I can take care of body and soul
Exercise my mind and exercise my health
In looking through my old journals what I discover:
I have always been engaged with my self.

February 8, 2012

What might I have to give up to live with a grateful heart?

Sometimes it's a scratch
That I feel like itching
But I'm willing right now
To give up all my bitching

It might even
Be easier than I think
To really let go of
All the dishes in the sink

All day long
I fuss and I futter
I'm ready to give up
My emotional clutter

Ready to let go
Of my ideas of perfection
Ready to change
My personal reflection

I might have to
Give up complaining
And actually enjoy it
When it is raining

Feel my strength
Instead of groaning
Exercise my choices
Instead of moaning

Start responding
Instead of being reactive
Give up laziness
Instead being proactive

This is only a beginning
But it's a good start
Letting go of my ego
To live with a grateful heart

Blessed be.

January 18, 2012

Come, Be Plain With Me

I complain about this
I complain about that
Weeds in the garden
Hair from the cat

Being really busy
Always on the go
Too many clients
As well as the no shows

I'm looking for attention
Needing validation
Trying to vent
All my frustration

Sometimes I know
I'm just Exaggerating
Sometimes it feels
Just Complicating

Complaining serves no purpose
As far as I can see
I'd rather speak my truth
Kind and gently

Rather than complaining,
I would like it to be
Changing the words to
Come, be plain with me

Let me be plain
Transparent with you
Honor your truth
Let us see this through

Being authentic
Acting compassionately
Actively listening
Come, be plain with me

Come, be plain with me...
Blessed be.

November 9, 2011

Everday Mystic

Taking a hot shower, the miracle of modern day plumbing
Coming home, the porch light is already on
The back yard is my temple, my sacred space
I am the priestess of pruning, invoking hummingbirds
Bees and ravens, a choir of leaves whispering
Dappled sunlight stains the grass
The clerestory of my personal cathedral
My vision of heaven on earth is here
I examine roots and bulbs, rose hips and passion vine
Inviting my teachers, cats, beetles, spiders and snakes
To teach me their ways of quiet contentment
I kneel in the dirt, grit under my praying hands
Pulling out my negative thoughts, planting seeds of change
Finding wisdom in watering, irrigating my soul
The deep peace of sweeping the deck yet again
Paying attention to the dusky hues, rising moon
I am planting my future now by enjoying the present moment
Breathing in the jasmine, I am not alone but all one
Here with my self, grateful for being the creatrix
Open to the mysteries as the night unfurls
Moving back inside to simply make soup
Supping on a blessed life, I break my own bread.

Blessed be.

October 11, 2011

Saturday at the Silent Retreat

As I sat down to breakfast
I noticed Love walk in the door
And put a coffee cup
Across from me

I heard Love buttering a bagel
- Love likes it with jam
Wondering how it would be
With Love across from me

I heard Love gulp down coffee
And slurp on yogurt
I wondered if that’s how Love
Would sound between my thighs

I kept my eyes downcast
Knowing I’d be blinded in the light
But I kept Love in my peripheral vision
I kept Love in my sight.

October 2009

September 29, 2011

Notes to Amber

My sweetest girl
Remember to stay sweet
and gentle and kind
and how much the animals trust you

Remember to sing aloud
Not just in the show
Play music while doing chores

Keep on wearing
mismatched socks
Sparkly earrings
And warm jackets

Buy year round boardwalk passes
Go to the skating rink
Put 10% into savings
And buy ice cream
Everyday

Read out loud to children
Read softly to your self
feel safe at night
With the blanket on your head
And the cat curled up
At your feet

Remember that fairies are real
They’re just not what you think
And that wishes grow from roses
Turning pebbles into crystals
At the blink of an eye

Remember I’m here for you
I’ll always listen to you
I’ll always love you
I always wanted you
You are more than enough
You are perfect to me

My sweet Amber Rose
I’m always proud of you
I’m always glad you chose me
To be your parent

There’s times we weren’t friends
When you didn’t like what i said
When you didn’t like me
But I hope you know
I always held your best interests at heart
I tried to be the best teacher
The best guide
The best advocate I could be
I tried my best
To be your mother

I hope you remember
My crazy songs and silly jokes
Driving to school
Listening to the radio together

I hope you remember
I was always willing to listen
And willing to change my mind
Willing to look at myself
willing to be kind

My Sweet Amber
In my notes to you
All i really want to say
Is how much I love you
        -Mom

September 10, 2011

Notes from My Inner Girl

Paint your toenails
Dye your hair
Wear glitter more often

    Put stickers on everything
    Write in your dairy
    Keep secrets

Flirt more often
Be sincere
Give out compliments freely

    Talk to cats
    Take more walks
    And nap more

Play with your toys
Put them away
Throw away what’s broken

    Eat anything you want
    Swing on swings
    Balance on the railroad tracks

Believe in fairies
Believe in magic
Believe in yourself

Crayons are our friend
So is modgepodge
Never throw away art supplies

    Be generous
    Be gracious
    You are a queen ballerina

Love your friends
Your friends love you
Love yourself.

August 29, 2011

The Telephone Game

Whispered words
Circle the room
Crackling fire
We all try
Not to listen
While we try
to really listen
What will i hear?
What has been lost?
In this conversation
In that translation
Hiding mouths behind hands
looks of concentration
Suppressed giggles
Bent heads in anticipation
Shrugs of shoulders
Lifting of hands
It’s not just me
Who doesn’t understand
We laugh nervously
Notice the story getting shorter
Somehow funnier
As it gains momentum
Fire flames higher
Almost my turn
Hope what I hear
Is not a burn
How do I stay true
To the words in my ear
What is it anyways
That we really hear?

August 11, 2011

If Light Had a Mouth and Tongue

“If Light Had a Mouth and Tongue” - line by Mary Oliver

At dawn, she would murmur a prayer
Grateful for hot coffee to welcome the morning
As night vanishes into sunlight
joyous chatter describing dreams
moves into revealing plans and visions
By noon the familiar litany
Strong dependable, an exaltation
Afternoon delights, whispered sweetness
Sunset soliloquies, sonnets divine
In the twilight hour softer still
Until darkness encourages kisses
Sweet good nights, gratitude in knowing
“If light had a mouth and tongue”
Each day would have something new to say