Tears

for all the times I needed to cry but didn't

for all the things I carry that weigh me down

for everything that keeps me from experiencing fullness

for all the times I needed to let go but didn't know how

for all the times I needed to fall apart but stubbornly held myself together

for all the times I couldn't say goodbye

for all the times I denied my grief

for all the times I didn't know how to give myself permission to feel

for all the times I wanted to reach out but felt self conscious

for all the times I misunderstood what it means to be brave

for all the mistakes and all the regrets

for all the things I wish I could take back

for all the times I didn't speak up, stand up, or show up

for all the missed opportunities

for all the times I said no instead of yes

for all the times I was too proud or too scared to surrender

for not knowing how to trust life, God, or myself

for all the times I couldn't see the truth

for all the countless experiences I felt powerless and inadequate

for all the times I gave up my power and silenced my own voice

for all the times I tried too damn hard

for all the times I pretended to be someone I'm not

for all the times I pulled inside, shut down, and refused to let people see who I am

for all the moments I felt moved and inspired by the small and unexpected things of life

for all the times I allowed my heart to break in pieces

for all the times I was aware of being right in the middle of God's palm

for all the moments I recognized I can never be separated from God

for those rare and precious moments I was acutely aware of love

for those rare moments when I fully understood acceptance

for those times I've been able to step outside myself

for those times I knew without a doubt that I am connected to all of life

for all the times I've lived from the best parts of myself

for all the times people have seen the truth of who I am

for those moments I extend compassion and tenderness to myself

for the times I nurture the world around me

for quiet stillness

for peace

for light

for life

for grace

Comments

[mom on a wire]

Beautiful.

[Spencer]

My tears go out to those fallen in war and the families left behind with wounds to carry.

Thank you for a great inspirational blog.

[Susi (dragonflydreamer)]

I miss you. I hope you are well and out in the world having wonderful adventures and that your tears cleansed you. Your blog is so raw and real and has touched so many of us. Thank you.

[katt]

you have a beautiful blog. I really enjoyed my visit here. Thanks for sharing.
Katt

[Carol]

I've just spent a little time going through your blog posts... I do hope that you return to blogging. This is such an excellent blog.

Peace

[Aundria B.]

I miss you and still visit your site from time to time, enjoying your beautiful photographs and poignant words from your heart. You're in my thoughts & prayers, and I'm sending love & a big hug your way, {{Michelle}}. Take care, dear precious one...

[Kirsten]

wow, this just made my cry. so beautiful.

[Jennifer]

Hello dear. I miss your beautiful words and pictures. I hope all is well with you and that you pop out every now and then to let us know you are ok.

xoxo

[Sugarsnap]

Sorry you have given up on blogging. I really enjoyed your blog and I could connect with you more than anyone. Hope you are happy and at peace.

[Goddess Leonie I Creative Goddess]

hey sweet soul ~
you just popped into my head
so i thought i'd reach out
and say ~~~
hello, love.
:)
*big hugs,
Leonie

[janehatesdick]

I just stumbled upon your blog in google reader, and I am so glad I did. Your words are so beautiful and moving. Thank you for adding goodness to the world.

[Gypsy Alex]

It's amazing how much comes out when we do these sorts of prompts. Your words are precious 'crystal drops' of truth!

[Gypsy Alex]

It's amazing how much comes out when we do these sorts of prompts. Your words are precious 'crystal drops' of truth!

[Carol]

There exists such a honesty in your words.

[shawn]

This is so beautiful. I am happy you're back to posting. You're a wonerful human being.

[joleen thiessen]

OMG you're back! You've been back! Where have I been? I have to go to bed... it's after midnight.. but I'll be back. *hugs* I've missed you! xo

[Wenda Nairn]

This creates such a lovely space around me. Thanks.

[heidi]

hi girlie!!

I back and i found you!! You always have the most insightful things to say. I hope that you are well :)

[megg]

beautiful.

simply beautiful.

xo

[Carlyn Souza]

Amazing words! Amazing that I think I've felt every last word.Thank you.My grandmother has lung cancer and isn't expected to make it through so I'm relating to your loss.I'm so sorry.I hear so many people these days telling me "Oh she's lead a long life.It'll be okay.Huh?.Losing our loved ones never feels right,and all to final." Can I have your permission to post this on my myspace blog? If you don't mind I'll put by anonymous! Have a beautiful evening, Carlyn

[maddie]

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(warm enveloping hugs and a bar of chocolate too:)

[kendalee]

You don't know me, I don't know you, except what I see of you here but this really touched me. Tears - so cathartic and healing. Thank you.

[katie]

so beautiful, a blessing indeed.

[katie]

so beautiful, a blessing indeed.

[Frankie]

For you, for me, for all of us.

I love this mix of sadness and happiness and hope and release. Lovely, and a truly perfect purple picture.

xoxo