Patience visited me
And it reminded me
That good things take time to come to fruition
And grow slowly with stability
Peace visited me
And it reminded me
That I may remain calm through the storms of life
Regardless of the chaos surrounding me
Hope visited me
And it reminded me
That better times lay ahead
And it would always be there to guide and uplift me
Humility visited me
And it reminded me
That I may achieve it
Not by trying to shrink myself and make myself less
But by focusing on serving the world and uplifting those around me
Kindness visited me
And it reminded me
To be more gentle, forgiving and compassionate toward myself
And those surrounding me
Confidence visited me
And it reminded me
To not conceal or suppress my gifts and talents
In order to make others feel more comfortable
But to embrace what makes me me
Focus visited me
And it reminded me
That other people’s insecurities and judgements about me
Are not my problem
And I should redirect my attention
From others back to me
Freedom visited me
And it reminded me
That no one has control over my mindset, thoughts and wellbeing
But me
And love visited me
And it reminded me
That I need not search for it in others
As it lies within me.
Words by Tahlia Hunter
When I saw these words this morning I knew I needed to share. So many beautiful words to think about and embrace. As we come to the end of the year in one more month I am remembering my word for this year (BE). With a year of just reminding myself to stay put I am feeling the stirrings of something new. All the words above spoke to me and I hope they will speak to you also.
Sending much love as we begin the advent season.
3 comments:
Thanks for the beautiful reminder of what is important in life:
Patience, Peace, Hope, Humility, Kindness, Confidence, Freedom, Love.
This is a very nice poem, Marilyn, and I was especially drawn to "love visited me" and "patience visited me," as I need to grow in patience. Not my best trait. Your photos are always warm and dear. And that looks like a white poinsettia, which I've never seen before. Yes, the Advent season, a very special season, indeed.
Have a blessed week, Marilyn.
~Sheri
There is lots to ponder in the poem, Marilyn, particularly as we enter Advent. Love is all important.
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