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Stormy Weather

Distress as storms churning in relentless anger send waves of grave panic among all who despair the unpredictable tempest with its unsettling wrath. They move swiftly over, leaving behind distress.

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Reflections at the Water’s Edge

Glass reflecting the sun’s rays, intensified by trajectories ignored by bodies languishing on the sandy beach. Slipping behind the horizon its farewell light sparkles, shimmering like glass.

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Power Struggle

Power. Domination in pursuit of control. Weakness in balance’s shadow. Wavering on the brink of perception. Illumination in darkness. Vulnerable to whims of nature’s wrath. Power.

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Community Service

Caring opens our eyes to God’s limitless love. By living in community, we learn to love…to share joy and sorrow. Our burdens are not as heavy. Others’ burdens lighter because of our caring.

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Starry, Starry Night

The sky on a clear night as far as naked eyes can see is peppered with millions of stars.

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Rain, Rain, Go Away….

The rain came down in sheets creating grey curtains that shrouded from vision all that was outside the view from the window. Eyes straight forward, never able to see anything but rain, rain.

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A Journey of Discovery

Walk in a relaxed way. Passion enters through the “souls” of our feet, guiding us along paths we have chosen or that have chosen us.  Taking the time to meander creates a journey of discovery not destination.

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Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

Tears flowed from exhausted eyes made weary by early mornings and several long days of challenges different from her usual set routine. Discouraged at being off her rails, she gives in to sleep to get back on track.

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Seventh Inning Stretch

Pause and stretch. Energize… it ‘s almost time… the end is in sight. A change in momentum turns the tide and wins the game. Pools of energy and focus provide reserves of strength and passion. In the end, it’s finishing … Continue reading

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And It Makes Me Completely Insane!*

Habits… annoying bits of ourselves that surface at times of distraction or just inattention to how we see ourselves. Biting nails, cracking knuckles, … little indiscretions turn into bad habits. * For those who wonder about the title, it comes … Continue reading

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