Hello friends. I shared last Sunday that I’m away this weekend, escaping the busyness of life at our Alpha weekend. As I pondered my need for peace and stillness this week, I did something I rarely do. I wrote a poem that I wanted to share with you. I hope you enjoy it!
Stillness – A poem by Michelle Oram
Mind racing
Heart thumping
Feet rushing
Be still
To do list growing
Deadlines looming
Time flying
Be still
Inbox overflowing
Phones buzzing
Fraudsters scamming
Be still
Negative newscasts
Political ramblings
Toxic trolls
Be still
Breathe…
Be still…
Breathe…
Be still…
Remember what matters
Stay in the moment
Shut out distractions
Be still
Prayerful mornings
Leisurely lunches
Reflective evenings
Be still
Birds chirping
Flowers blooming
Water babbling
Be still
Joy returns
Energy abounds
Creativity reigns
I am still
Thank you for reading. I hope you enjoyed my poem. The Sunday Spark returns next week. Until then, I wish you a week of stillness.
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Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed you poem very much, it makes good sense. It is easy to become tangled up in life’s agenda of to-do-lists, expectations and personal commitments. As I get wiser in my years, I remember from therapy, life is as busy as you let it be. Learning to say No and meaning it, has helped me. Whereas my younger self would comply regardless.
Breath slowly five seconds. Hold it for four. Breath out five. Repeat. Mantra.
Thanks Lorraine. It’s good to be busy, but you need a balance!
Beautiful, Michelle!
Thanks, Wynne!
Enjoy the time away and the stillness, Michelle!
Thanks, Ab. I just got home a little while ago. I’m exhausted…but in a good way!
Thank you Michelle…
I think you found your muse!
Thank you Monty! 💚