Fix, Manage, Control

Fix, manage, control.
What does that do for our soul?

To be in charge, to know what's best
What if it's all just a test?

To see if we can let go
And trust that life is already in its flow.

Putting out fires, being a success
Looks good on the outside, but leaves me a mess.

What if my way isn't God's way?
I bulldoze and rarely lose.
He gently opens the door and gives me opportunity to choose.

What if we could trust that each of us is on our own path.
To peel our own layers so we can grow.
Practicing acceptance, gentleness and vulnerability
With ourselves, will open our hearts and give us humility.

We can choose to let go, not be in charge and trust there's a divine plan.
Keep it simple - be easy on ourselves and love & accept the differences in man.

To acknowledge people's greatness and the talents you see, is an act of kindness.
To fuel them to go out and touch others with their gift.
This is how we uplift the world, one-person-at-a-time, and make the planet's needed shift.

Chickadees

Chickadees, you are my glee.
You sing, you chirp, you buzz and talk to me.
You're so cute, you're so funny.
Your spriteness, many voices - keep me sunny.
You always make an effort to say hello,
Even with no sun, you don't feel low.
Your joy, hope and heart's big smile,
Help me remember the small things make life worth while.

Burglars, Monsters and Creeps

Burglars, Monsters, Creeps
You make me mad & made me weep.
You stole my stuff, you invaded my space.
You took tv's, clothes and didn't leave a trace.
I hate you - you jerks.
How do I feel safe with you still on the lurk?
I feel invaded, violated and trespassed.
My things, disheveled - a mess.
Your energy left a horrible feeling.
Sad, angry, scared - I'm still reeling.
May you find peace & amend your acts.
If only you'd trust the world, open your heart, and see there is no lack.

Summer Mornings

The sun greets us early.
Its warmth & presence say,
Rise & shine, you have much, you are strong.

What gifts do you bring to the world?
Many are here to receive your song.

Challenge yourself not to hide.
Forgot about ego, fear and false pride.

Be big. Be bold. Let them see your light inside.

The bird's morning music remind us too,
There's nothing wrong.
Just sing, sing, enjoy this world.
Other's will appreciate you - dare to share your song.

Chicago in June

The weather is gray
The birds don't mind.
Where is the sun?
We want you to shine.

The warmth of your rays,
Brings a smile to our day.
The clouds & the wind roll through the night.
Each day of June brings little warmth in sight.

The earth is changing
It feels like a shift.
Things never stay the same
Perhaps that is a gift.

If change is in the air
How might we adapt?
Awaken, open your heart, let your spirit soar.
Love heals all wounds
Even our planet could use more.

Good morning cardinal. Good morning grackle.
I hear your calls, it's your morning cackle.
Rain or shine, your voice is always in the distance.
I look forward to waking and hearing which of you catches my interest.

Squirrels

You pesky critters.
Stealing my bird food.
You are clever. You are quick.
I threw a pencil at you
but it didn't stick.
Your big round eyes and twitching tail,
Show your alertness and calculating self.
Survival of the fittest, you do so well.
You're quick. You're fast.
Knowing you, your persistence will last.