All is quiet. Al is in his recliner. A few smiles have been seen tonight for the first time all weekend. He is dry and I have time to dream. I reach out and touch the stars draped over the heavy darkness against the universe.
One brightness I swore winked at me. I wrapped my fingers around it only to open my hand and find it empty.
The platform boards beneath the place I sit squeak with history, excited to be trod on once again. As I sway gently to and fro to the beat of the rhythm of the crickets I feel my soul warming to the peace surrounding me.
My heartbeat slowing down as if it was a speeding train now coming to a slow stall. Eyelids feel heavy and as I close them I can see visions. Calming waves gently brushing up against dry land. Boats purring along the waters and people wave to me, announcing their appearance.
Deep air feeling my nostrils being given to lungs in need of enrichment. Clearing out the junk that has distorted my thoughts. Smells of night air crisp and clean enhance my brain, causing the shortage of dead cells to be tossed to the skies and replaced with new emotions.
I turn around and look in my windows. Seeing the candle flickering on the table where I had last sat. Its soft glow casting shadows on the walls making me realize I am never alone. For where ever I visit and what seat I rest in, life can be good.
A new era is awaiting for me. Giving new opportunities for which I can choose to accept or delete. A new day, a new sun, a new rising. I smile dances as a ballerina upon my lips as I sit here in peace, looking up at the stars. I give thanks for my challenges I faced today. Lessons I have learned.
I get up out of my seat and the boards stop creaking beneath me. The crickets are hushed. The world is standing still. All are holding their breath as they wait to see what I take from the new day.
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THAT was beautifully worded! I smiled as I kept being drawn in to read. I loved how you used your words. :))) Love, Gloria Wow!
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thanks for leaving me such a beautiful comment my friend
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I meant it with my Heart, Terry.
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Thank you very much Gloria. Today and yesterday has been so emotional. A comment as sincere as yours moves me very much
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Terry, so motional and deep. I feel your feeling for the open skies, the clean fresh air washing peace and tranquility into your hear and soul. If only for a moment, it is delicious!!!
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thank you. it is nice to know you understand the inner me…….hugs
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WOW WOW WOW!!!
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glad you liked it Len. a piece of my soul was in my words
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Glad, Terry, that you have time to rest and dream 🙂
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it is a beautiful feeling, how are things going in your house?
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Everyday my house is filled with noise. Noise from my son. Peace comes when he is asleep 🙂
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yes, this is a normal sound until they reach school age
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Im glad you are able to enjoy some times of peace and prayerful reflection. Lord bless you.
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thank you Rob. You always help me throughout my days
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Great piece of writing, Terry… a masterpiece 🙂
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Angel, I am sitting down reading your comment. I want to stand up and sit down again, the compliment is so good, thank you my sweet friend
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Glad to hear about a few smiles from Al. Hope you took away something good from the day Terry 🙂
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I always do, a hope for a new one to add to it
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your words are woven like a fine lace
fine work
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thank you for such a nice comment my new friend
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How gifted you are! I loved reading this!!!
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oh thank you so much Tersia. You are very kind to me
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You have made such an impression on me. I want to nominate you for two awards. The Liebster Award and my favorite, I Love Your Blog award. I really hope you accept these my friend. big hugs
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What a beautiful and tranquil post, Terry! And thanks so much for referencing my poem, too! I’m glad you enjoyed it that much! I look forward to reading more around here, too! Have a good weekend! Lauren
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thank you Lauren. I so appreciate you stopping by to chat. We are all so busy in our lives that I feel special when one comments. Hugs
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I feel the same way and I’ll see you again soon! If only there were more time in a day! 🙂 Hugs back!
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