Browsing Archive: December, 2009

Shine On, Baby, Shine On

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 30, 2009, In : Spiritual

You are beautiful,

talented, and bright.

Light surrounds and

beams from you.

You can try to hide it

but it won't work.

There is too much

love and light within you

for others not to see.

Don't be surprised

when others recognize you

for who you are.

The more you are in touch

with who you are,

the brighter you will shine.

And why not?

Who says you shouldn't

illuminate the world?

Who says you aren't

as worthy as others?

Because you are.

There is nothing that

can or should stop you

from being ...

We Have Hope

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, December 26, 2009, In : Spiritual

We have hope

when we pray

when we wish upon a star

when we reach out

when we find courage to speak

We have hope

when we ask for help

when we try something new

when we take a deep breath

when we put aside differences

We have hope

when we make changes

when we work to be better

when we see our faults

when we leave the past behind

We have hope

when we deal with our stuff

when we do our work

when we face each day

when we love with no boundaries

We have hope

we offe...

Changes

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 23, 2009, In : Spiritual

It all changes in a second

just wait for it to come around

it never stays exactly the same

the ground is shifting ever so slowly

but it is moving, changing

take a breath and wait for it to happen

you'll be amazing what is revealed

when you settle and let go

let go of the control and anxiety

let it happen, the way it is supposed to happen

live your life as it changes

send the energy out that you're in motion

and the world, the universe will respond

if it's not working, then it's not meant to w...

I Walk In The Sun

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, December 21, 2009, In : Spiritual

I walk in the Sun,
feel the light on my skin,
breathe in the air,
connect to the earth.
It all seems so simple.
The sounds of life all around me
but life of nature, not life itself -
no cell phone, tv, ipod or laptop.
I walk in the Sun.
It shines it warmth on me.
I feel comfortable in its rays
holding me gently
as it takes away the drama.
It reminds me of the simple things.
The pleasure I take for granted
by just taking a walk.
I'm usually too distracted
to see all the riches
waiting for me, ...
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The Hole

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, December 20, 2009, In : Spiritual

I'm already at the bottom

I look up, see the light

how do I get out of here?

the shovel is not going to help

I wonder why I thought

it was best to keep digging

did I want to be hidden?

did I want someone to not find me?

But now that I am here

I feel no better, the perspective is darker

There has been no improvement

actually, things have gotten worse

So now I have to find a way out

I have to climb back up to the top

and as much work as it took to go down

it will take even more work to ge...

It's Okay

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, December 19, 2009, In : Spiritual

It's okay to make mistakes

you're human, after all

just remember to learn the lesson

and when it's done stand up tall

It's okay to get angry

feelings are part of life

find a way to make it positive

don't live your whole life is strife

It's okay to feel sad

disappointment happens sometimes

but when you win, it reminds you

to cherish the joyful times

It's okay for people to come and go

no matter how long they stay

their teachings are valuable

they made you who you are today

It's okay w...

The Door

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, December 17, 2009, In : Spiritual

I'm looking at it

this door in front of me

it's closed, I've locked it

I don't know what's on the other side

I look around

noticing the room

it's a place I know

but I've grown out of it

But this door

it's holding back the unknown

things are waiting on the other side

that's the only sure thing I know

I can leave it closed

sure, why go through?

I've done a lot of work on this room

I have it just the way I want it

But it holds me in

It comforts me, it keeps me safe

if I open to door

it ...

Ten Ways To Reduce Stress Around The Holidays

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 16, 2009, In : Articles

~One from the archives. Enjoy!~

Here's some ways to keep yourself sane (sort of) through this crazy but fun time of year.

10.)Keep your schedule realistic – If you’re booked for 7 holiday parties, a blood donation, a toy drive and five family visits, you may want to take a look at your schedule and your sanity. You can’t do it all at once, sorry. You risk getting yourself ill or worn out. Even worse, you could totally loose the holiday spirit, which is no fun for anyone.

9.) ...

The Flower

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, In : Spiritual

You start from the beginning

small and learning

trying to grow and figure out

your way to the sunlight

The dirt is so warm

and also cooling

it stores our roots

those things that build us

But we need care

water, sunlight, nutrients

our development is slow but steady

we learn as we grow

Now we change

stem, leaves and brightness

we're so green and bright

we seem the same but are unique

Rain will come and go

Sun will dry us off

We deal with light and dark

and we stay strong

As we stand...

It's That Time

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, December 13, 2009, In : Spiritual

It's that time

to think of others

be generous with your gifts

and spend time with those you love

It's that time

to give of what you can

and maybe a little bit more

and share lots of blessings you have

It's that time

to love all around you

to help all who need it

to forgive those who hurt you

It's that time

to laugh harder than usual

to give hugs freely

to smile at those you don't know

It's that time

to give of your blessings

and know that as good as you feel now

you can feel that way ...

How Do I?

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, December 12, 2009, In : Spiritual

How do I see clearly?

Wipe the cobwebs from my eyes

look through the tears

and see what it really there?

How do I think clearly?

Shut off the voices

stop making lists in my head

and focus on one thing at a time

How do I act with purpose?

With all the things I must do

with everything that is undone

I have too much on my plate

How do I touch my Spirit?

when it seems like it isn't there

or it's buried deep inside

beyond my reach?

How do I get over the hurt?

when it...

The Cycle

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, In : Spiritual

The Sun shines

wakes up the earth

the flowers reach up for the light

the grass turns green

the trees bring back their leaves

flowering and awakening

we have hope

The Sun beams

the earth is at play

the flowers sway in the warmth

the grass drinks of the summer showers

the trees provide cover

growth and living

we have joy

The Sun still shines

the earth starts to quiet

the flowers retreat

the grass sleeps

the trees burst with the brightest colors

celebration and change

we now reflect

The S...

I've Seen The Light

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, In : Spiritual

I've seen the light

it is so bright in my eyes

almost blinding me

It illuminates all that is around me

Nothing can hide in the shadows anymore

Nothing.

I'm not sure how I feel about that

How can I deal with those things

I thought were gone?

How can I look at what was in

the shadows of my mind?

Can the light help me?

Can the light show me the way?

Now it seems that the only way

for me to let those things go

is to shine the light on them.

See them for what they are.

Are they real?

Are they sti...

Life Is For

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, December 7, 2009, In : Spiritual

Life is for loving

enjoying relationships

being happy

and feeling loved

Life is for experiencing

enjoying nature

being yourself

and achieving your greatness

Life is for lessons

enjoying the teachings

being challenged

and graduating with honors

Life is for challenges

enjoying the outcomes

being blessed

and handling the stress

Life is for living

enjoying the ride

being alive

and expressing yourself

It's your life

so ask yourself

what is your life for?

If You Stay Here

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, December 3, 2009, In : Spiritual

If you stay here

you will not learn

because knowledge comes

from learning the lessons

If you stay here

you will not grow

because maturity comes

from pushing your limits

If you stay here

you will not change

because shifting comes

from beautiful movement

If you stay here

you will not realize

because awareness comes

from opening your eyes

If you stay here

you will not shine

because light comes

from the universal flame

If you stay here

you will not breathe

because air comes

from the refre...

Just Breathe

Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, In : Spiritual

Just breathe

others will try to sway you

but you're just as solid as ever

Just breathe

others try to break you

but you'll be able to be handle the pressure

Just breathe

others will try to knock you down

but you'll show them how tall you can stand

Just breathe

others may think you are weak

but you'll tap into strength you never thought you had

Just breathe

others may underestimate you

but you're amazing, courageous and truthful

Just breathe

there is no one that can hold you back

ther...

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Shine On, Baby, Shine On

We Have Hope

Changes

I Walk In The Sun

The Hole

It's Okay

The Door

Ten Ways To Reduce Stress Around The Holidays

The Flower

It's That Time

How Do I?

The Cycle

I've Seen The Light

Life Is For

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