back in a time
where values are antiquated
old fashioned ways
conservatism
outward appearances
singing at the pews
wasn’t ever really from here
i just spent time
my time, i needed to learn
i can survive
i must know one extreme
to experience the other
i have to know senseless order
to have perfect chaos
intentional freedom
i must know the mold
to break from it
it isn’t my mold
that is utterly clear
as i find myself back here
What We Experience…
taking things on as our own…
so what we experience is only that…
it isnt ours its just what we do
its what we see
its what we taste
its what we hear
its what we feel
its what we think about
but none of it is ours…
nothing really belongs here or there
it just is…
so if this is the case…which i believe it is at this moment
then everything is accessible
confirming that nothing is personal… its all incredibly impersonal
so if thats the case… just enjoy whats there at that time
enjoy it for what it is… but know it has no owner
its for all to share, to love, to experience…
Release
by releasing ourselves of who we were in the past and also releasing family members of who they were in the past, we are all allowed to move on in a peaceful manner… the more i hold them to who i think they used to be they do the same… i know i am different and i realize its a breath of fresh air to have a person, even moreso, a family member, come in with fresh eyes… always changing, constantly changing… them, us, we… all… allowing the moment to be… and it is a joyous one when i come with fresh eyes and a heart of love…
Band-Aids
sharing my love
my story
the truths ive discovered
helping others see it in themselves
sometimes a Band-AID is needed
until the root
the real issue can be addressed.
from traditional western doctors
to eastern medicine
eventually progressing
to find that its all in the mind.
so utilize those Band-AIDs
working on the root one at a time…
until no more Band-AIDs are needed
and every root is uncovered.
my story
the truths ive discovered
helping others see it in themselves
sometimes a Band-AID is needed
until the root
the real issue can be addressed.
from traditional western doctors
to eastern medicine
eventually progressing
to find that its all in the mind.
so utilize those Band-AIDs
working on the root one at a time…
until no more Band-AIDs are needed
and every root is uncovered.
In hope for more
so here i am
where i thought i would be
but not how i want it to be
not feeling quite like my best me
sure i can make it work
sure i can morph and transform
compromise
not really my thing these days
not at all
so change is in the air again
oh yes again indeed
there is always a reason for the wind
surely enough the breeze is picking up speed
its not due to lack of opportunity for money
for making a life in the wine country
but its just not me
perhaps it was before
but i’ll never know
lifetimes away from now
i am blessed with incredible gifts
of seeing things as they are
with the ability to follow my bliss
to redefine and forecast
in ways beyond my comprehension
manifestations of dreams
all of them from my past
the same one that led me here
but i am no longer that
so now i guess its time to dream again
to make smaller steps
to build the foundation
to continue my climb
my growth
all or none or so it seems
take it or leave it
these incredible dreams
but for now…
for now…
for now…
just looking for simple happiness
simple truths
simplicity
yet yearning for a bit of a steady home
which i can make happens when i choose
but the wind keeps on blowing
my mind keeps expanding
and my heart… oh my heart… it keeps me moving
i am a feeler with incredible intuition
aware in so many ways
yet a novice to it all
not knowing how to really harness it
so move i must
thats all i seem to know right now
move until i feel it
hopefully someday that feeling will sustain
to leave one reality for another in hopes of something better…
A Ship Called Boxcar
On a ship called “Boxcar”, we did sail
from the southern tip of the US
into the deep teal blue ocean
hosted by situational pirates drinking whiskey and ale
harmless and generous folks sporting dreads
in need of love and a bit hesitant
I opened myself up and eventually they did too
as we snorkeled in tandem
observing the underwater world
of swaying plant life,
fish long yellow and black
as well as low swimming huge colored an electric blue
a squall came our way
an opaque veil of rain had covered the view
they all hit the deck – seeking cover
but I kept my place
wanting to feel the intensity
I sat it out
a peace came over me
as the sailboat was tossed around
as the rain pounded down
it was confirmed in that moment
that all things do pass…
and if I could make it through this
I could weather anything coming my way,
as I journey down my path
following my internal compass –
the squall moved on, the sun shone bright
my eyes forever changed
I’ve gained new sight
that will continue to lead me
towards the light.
On the Road Again
In a few short hours
I’ll be on the road again
waving a fond farewell to the desert
while heading back to the state
where it all began.
this time in a different way
I’ve learned about life and love
following my intuition
and making the most of every day.
there is so much out there
in this expansive world of ours
a variety of different lives to live
an abundance of options
a plethora of fragrant flowers
so many things to waste away the hours.
Tomorrow I’m heading on the road again
who knows what the future holds
but I am sure as time progresses
and I keep trekking down my path
that life will continue to open up
love will be found all around
and once again I will overfill my cup.
The Trance
You see
its all new to me
as novice as i can be
naive to an extreme
i don’t know what it means
i don’t know anything
i can tell how i feel
i’m even compelled to sing
thinking of you
the energy transfers
pulsates and envelops my being
words just come out
motion just happens
the flow is so incredible
but extremely foreign
it makes me nervous
when i’m out of the trance
when i come back to earth
after being higher than…
well, there’s nothing to really compare
shew
exhale
i’m ready to try again
i’m ready to fly again
Inspiration
I inspire others
others inspire me
trust my instincts
go with that flow
realize it all changes
there’s nothing to hold on to
its all just energy
momentarily held in form
its hard to not be fooled by my eyes
to not trust what I see
but its all just a projection
imagined by me –
the power of the human mind
is beyond comprehension
the endless possibilities
the unlimited potential
the awaiting opportunities
inspiration
growth
Still Dancing
Just keep on dancing
and all will be alright
release yourself of worry
no time for an internal fight
just enjoy the music
and dance tonight.
The wind may blow
the rain may fall
just spin with it
open up to hydration
embrace it all!
Don’t think of stopping
but feel free to pause
take a moment to catch your breath
but get back out there
and keep grooving!
All night long
no stress, no afflictions
just feel the beat through you
let your body get a movin’!
It’s in that moment
where freedom is found
so liberate your soul
no need to let yourself down
no need to hold back
you can even close your eyes
if it feels right
but don’t have a concern
and leave behind all your cares!
Just keep on dancing
find your groove
keep on dancing
bodies are meant to move!