Time escapes to nowhere

Time escapes to nowhere
Leaving footprints in the sand
Embedded into the path that takes us
On our journey so planned
As we thread our colorful story    
 Into the tapestry we engrave
Make it the best ever journey
Happy New Year ~ tomorrow and today!

New Year 2015

As you look back in reflection
~ Your journey of this past year
Breathe in each given moment
Reflections of blessings held dear
Relish in those significant moments
Some profound ~ and unforgiving
Each pivotal moment measured
Defining the path of where you are heading
Do what you do with purpose
Thread your story in colors of you
For only you distinguish your journey
Paint your life in a colorful hue

Dreams of destiny

As you meet your
dreams of destiny
Waste not a minute of the day
Live your life to the fullest
Defining you
~ in your own special way

Live life to the fullest

Live your life to the fullest
Celebrate your special day in style
Embrace each day with purpose
Dance in the warmth of your smile

Hope for tomorrow

May yesterday’s memories
Fuel today’s moments
Full of hope for tomorrows dreams
As today sings you a melody
To reflect in all of what life means

The spirit of Christmas

May the spirit
of this Christmas
Lift your souls in harmony
May the gifts of love
Embrace you  
Inspiring beautiful memories
Where the truth inside your Christmas
Is within your heart and soul
Remembering the birth of Christ
Inside the hearts of love we know

Thankful

Thankful ~ not for what we have
But for the love we feel in our hearts
For the blessings that embrace our lives
For friends and family ~ near and far
As blessings spread over your table
We wish you good health and cheer
Where the gifts that surround you today
Fulfill you throughout the year

Man of honor - son

When I speak of a man of honor
Who stands out above the rest
I’m speaking of a man who, as my son
Is one of the very best
Your strength is in the kindness
You share with those around you
Your power is behind the glow of your smile
Where love is shared around you
The worth of a man is measured
By the depth of his heart
The value of his soul
Seen through the eyes of who you are

Behind the smile

Behind the smile that reflects
The warmth of who you are
Is a gentle man with purpose
~ a strong and caring heart
Where your inner wealth
Defines the core of your soul
Where trust is the base of your heartbeat
~ Honesty; simple and whole
You are a man of honor
~ respectfully proclaimed
Molded, and shaped
~ like a work of art is framed
Thank you my love,
~ for being who you are to me
You make a difference to my moments
With all my love ~ from me

The worth of a man

The worth of a man
Is measured
by the depth of his heart
The Value of his soul
Seen through the eyes
of who you are

The worth of a woman

The worth of a woman
Is measured
by the depth of her heart
The Value of her soul
Seen through the eyes
of who you are

Family feeds our soul 2

“Family”
feeds the soul of our being
It's the fuel that ignites our hearts
It's the core of our spiritual essence
Reflecting everything we are
We relate to our own
personal reasons
Only we can explain why
We hold on to truth and promises
To lift our sprits high
Accepting each other’s failures
Inside a safe place to speak
With forgiveness and love
Our family ~ is one ~ unique

You are strong

You are strong
You are brave
You are truth to your soul
Life’s journey defines
The beauty that makes you whole
Trust your heart to lead you
To find yourself unfold
Have faith in your inner voice
Your instinctive soul
When life disrupts your colors
of peace and harmony
Prayers are whispered
to balance your spiritually
To dissolve the tears
inside your heart of pain
To bring you back your wings
of strength and love again

When life disrupts your colors

When life disrupts your colors
of peace and harmony
I whisper a silent prayer
~ to balance your spiritually
To dissolve the tears
inside your heart of pain
To bring you back your wings of flight
To strengthen you again

Contented happiness

My contentment
is draped inside
the love
you pour into me
My happiness
is wrapped around
the love
we share openly
I embrace
the life we have
built together
I'm so blessed
that you are in my every
tomorrow ~
for forever

The memory of yesterdays dreams

We live in the memory of yesterday’s dreams
Where the cares of the world don’t exist
We look back to where the rainbow ends
Where the moon and the stars shared a kiss
Where choosing the flavor of ice-cream
Meant more than the time of day
Where squandering hours in the park
Was where you had the best time at play
My childhood memories are invaluable
~ they made me who I am ~ like no other
All due to my strong foundation
Family’s love ~ from my Mother & Father

The moon tells a story - My Mariah

The moon tells us a story
Every night before you go to sleep
He whispers a quiet lullaby
And he prays for your soul to keep
With his big bright heart he shelters you
From the atmosphere of darkness all around
He smiles at the stars that twinkle
As they glitter through the nighttime sounds
So smile at the moon and hear him whisper
That he loves you all the way from me
He looks down on the night around you
And blesses you, with love for all to see

Golden glow of our memories dance

As the golden glow of memories
Dances in yesterday’s time
So the nostalgic moon ~ serenades its tune
Inside a love that we defined
Our hearts capture memories
That we nurture in each one of our dreams
Sharing and caring the wealth of love
Inside the secrets of what love really means
Threaded in each silken memoir
Where the rainbow meets the silver sky
Is our life ~ full of God’s blessings
That questions not ~ nor reasons why
As each minute becomes an hour
And each day passes way too soon
We'll capture each incredible sunset
Reflecting the beauty of our silver moon

Many yesterdays ago

Your paths crossed many yesterday’s ago
Where years of love have been engraved
Where acceptance and understanding
Embrace 50 years of a love ~ exchanged
Your commitment to each other
Is written in the hearts of your story
~ Lingers in the memories you’ve created
Inside your devotional journey
We are blessed to be part of your celebration
As you both share in your world of dreams
Wrapped in a marriage of forever
Inside the blessings of what love really means

Golden glow of memories

As the golden glow of memories
Dances in yesterday’s time
So the nostalgic moon ~ serenades its tune
Inside a love that you two have defined
As your hearts capture the memories
Of fifty years ago today
Where the story of your journey
Wraps inside your wedding day
Sharing and caring the wealth of love
You wrapped family inside your hearts
Building dreams ~ creating memories
Threaded into cherished memoirs

Friend - priviledged

I am privileged to know you
I am blessed to walk in your path
Your spirit inspires me
encourages my heart
You came into my life for a reason
we connected; became friends
We relate to the same stories
~ you define the meaning
of a true friend

Friend ~ defines and shapes who we are

Our lives are made up of moments
that define and shape who we are
Life’s journey is a painted adventure
~ that colors our hearts
Places and faces touch us
influencing our lives
Shaping each colorful rainbow
to flourish ~ to thrive
I am privileged to know you
I am blessed to walk in your path
Your spirit inspires me
encourages my heart
You came into my life for a reason
we connected; became friends
We relate to the same stories
~ you define the meaning
of a true friend

Graduation

You have worked hard to define your future
Overcome challenges to accomplish your goal
You have risen above the mountain
To reach the designated plateau
Success is defined ~ deep within you
Where moral values nurture and grow
We are so proud of your accomplishments
Your achievements, so deservedly bestowed

I would've sent you flowers

I would have sent you flowers today mum
I would have made you a card with a rhyme
I would have called and sang to you
Wrapped a gift - drank some wine
Birthdays were always so special
You always made sure we felt the love
So as I look back and smile - as I remember
I blow a kiss to you in heaven - up above
Love and miss you Mum xx

Today, I send you my thoughts and prayers
As we remember Mum on her birthday today
Because sometimes it’s sad to remember
To look back on yesterday
May every teardrop create a happy memory
To fill your heart with a smile and love
May the warmth of her spirit fill you
As you blow a kiss to the heavens above

Fathers day - son

I smile inside a silent pride
As I watch you with your baby
Your strong hands now so gentle
Your muscular arms ~ wrapped tenderly
Expressions of a fathers love
Fill my heart to overflow
Watching my son in awe and wonder
Beautifully vulnerable ~ exposed

I raise a glass - Fathers day

I raise my glass in honor of you
To toast you this Father’s Day
To let you know you are thought of
 In a special kind of way
Even though distance between us
Spreads over miles faraway
You are here in my thoughts ~ always
I love you ~ Happy Father’s Day

Sample Card - red butterfly

Sample Card - Purple butterfly path

Sample card Silver leaf on black

Sample Card - Blue Birthday Moments

Beautiful Mariah - precious grandbaby

You fill my heart to the brim of life
Where no other soul has touched me
You bring so much love to all of us
Beautiful Mariah - Precious baby
You are a miracle in harmony
A wondrous gift from God above
More precious that life itself
We are blessed with the true meaning of love

Little Angel

Good morning little angel
Oh how I miss your smile
I miss your eyes that shine so brightly
As deep as the sunshine
I miss the warmth of feeling you close to me
Watching your eyes twinkling with delight
I miss the touch of your silken softness
When I kiss you gently ‘goodnight”
I will count down the days till I come back
To snuggle and sing you lullabies
I can’t wait to read you stories
To tell you every nursery rhyme
You are my little piece of heaven
Wrapped in a perfect little bow
My beautiful Mariah
You are everything I know

Miracle in harmony

You fill my heart to the brim of life
Where no other soul has touched me
You bring so much love to all of us
Beautiful Mariah - Precious baby
You are a miracle in harmony
A wondrous gift from God above
More precious that life itself
We are blessed with the true meaning of love

Perfect little Angel

You're such a perfect little angel
As you snuggle in my arms
Innocence of beauty
So lovable and warm
Your vulnerable affection
Given so openly
Took hold of my heart
You captured all of me
I'm lost inside my emotions
That overwhelms my heart
I am blessed to be your Nana
My perfect little lovely ~ you are

Painted Memories

As you paint the skyline of your horizon
In hues of golden thread
Where Yesterday’s moments
Are today’s memories
Wrapped in colors you’ve spread
Float in the memories, defined through time
Linger in the world of your dreams
Where all your treasured memories
Are the very soul of your being
Each pivotal moment remembered
Should be savored to last through time
To be treasured through your existence
Engraved in every mountain climbed
Life’s wealth can only be measured
By the heartbeat of each memory created
For memories are the anchor of your future
To thrive within you ~ celebrated

Yesterdays moments blend

Yesterday’s moments
are a blend
of colorful memories
A painted rainbow of
 colors in your life
Weaved into the silken
fabric
~ threading stories
of love ~ of life
As you mold and shape
your identity
 Defining you ~
….and of what will be
Drink the beauty
of each precious moment
Count your blessings
~ Live happily

Sunset beauty

As the sun sets on another beautiful day
And the sky rearranges its colors
I watch in awesome wonder
As the day folds into another
Time escapes to nowhere
A minute becomes an hour too soon,
Evolving into days so quickly
Another sunset afternoon
Dissolved in all my yesterdays
Inside every sunset and sunrise
~ Another living memory
Another blessing of being alive

A mothers love

A Mothers love
is a unique blend
of unconditional
love that  
cannot be described
 or written
~ only felt
within the emotions
that governs her hearts
Your strength embraces me
~ Your pride inspires me
And I am privileged
to call you my mother.

we said a prayer

We said a prayer for you last night
And silently shed a tear
We care for what you’re going through
If you need us ~ we are here
May each new day bring you comfort
With a strength to heal your soul
To give you back your wings of flight
A full recovery full and whole

Wings are broken

When your wings are broken
And your heart is heavy from the pain
When you are filled with empty sadness
Trust in God’s love to fill you up again
We whispered a silent prayer
For God to fill your soul with light
To ease the pain that weighs you down
To bring you back your wings of flight

Loves measure

The truth of love’s measure is everlasting
Love so tranquil it breathes through your soul
It’s promise based on truth and honesty
To wrap your world, and make you whole
With acceptance, ~ you believe in each other
You share in a world of your dreams
Understanding the gift of what love is
Is to be blessed with what love really means

The gift of love

May the gift of love,
embrace you
From this day forward,
Forevermore
May every promise
Be faithful
Every memory
Preserved ~ restored
Your promise is forever
As you unite your world of dreams
You are truly gifted
To have found what love really means

Love is

Love is an eternal depth,
~ a quiet recognition
evolving into a beautiful place
Love is continued appreciation
of one another
Sharing the depths
of honesty and truth.
It’s having pure faith
and putting his feelings first
It’s caring so deeply
for her heart,
for his soul
in unconditional trust
~ In an honest desire
to enhance each other’s lives
to bring out the best in one another.
Love is yours …….Forever.

Marriage's promise

Marriage
is an everlasting promise
A vow, spoken in truth and love
Where continued appreciation
for one another
Evolves into a beautiful place
Loves commitment
shares the depths
of honesty and truth
inside a pure faith
to put her feelings first
It’s caring so deeply
for his heart, for her soul
in unconditional trust
Where you share an honest desire
to enhance each other’s lives
to bring out the best in one another.
…….Forever.

Love speaks a language

Love speaks a language
~ Only two people understand
Where loves’ refuge is a trusting shelter
Where honesty walks hand in hand
Love is a place of safety
Confiding in dreams
Love is where you can be yourself
Be open, honest and free
Love folds two hearts together
As you hold each other’s hand
It’s where the value of each others feelings
Means more than we understand
Love is a gift ~ so very precious
Never takes for granted or betrays
Love is giving your all
Love is together ~ in God’s embrace

Leadership is a quality

Leadership is a quality within itself
A certain strength and wisdom seldom found
Where humanity, purpose and vision
Is your wealth ~ so profound
Your influential mentorship
Empowered others with self esteem
You paved the way for so many
To realize their dreams
It has been a privilege to work with you
An honor to have shaken your hand
Now personal fulfillment is your refuge
Inside a retirement you have earned, and planned.

As you reach the summit

As you reach the summit of every mountain
Turn for a moment ~ admire the view
You will see an array of different people
The color of friends who supported you through
Your strength and determination
Molded and defined your soul
Your hard work rooted your reputation
To shape the person that we love and know
Tomorrow invites relaxation
A place where you can take care of you
Embrace each moment to the fullest
Enjoy the retirement deserved for you

Another year older and wiser

Another year older and wiser
Another thread of your quilt designed
One more reason to celebrate
 The years of life you have defined
Every minute of every hour,
Evolves into a day, a month ~ a year,
Live every moment with purpose
To treasure ~ as a souvenir
For time waits for no one
Life’s too short to waste
Savor every precious memory
To capture time in your own place

Yesterdays moments

Yesterday’s moments
Are today’s memories
Filled with tomorrows dreams
Live each day with purpose
Capture all that life means
Remember all the good times
Look forward to many more
Celebrate this birthday
Better than ever before

Friendships blend

Friendships
are a unique blend
of honesty and truth
Where the connection
Of the relationship
cannot be described
or written
~ only felt
within the emotions
that govern our hearts
Your friendship
is a gift
~ a promise of loyalty
that wraps my heart
in acceptance and trust

Life's moments

Our lives
are made up of moments
that define
and shape who we are
Life’s journey
 is a painted adventure
~ that colors our hearts
Places and faces
touch us
influencing our lives
Shaping
each colorful rainbow
to flourish ~ to thrive
I am privileged
to know you
I am blessed
to walk in your path
Your spirit
inspires me
encourages my heart

Many yesterdays behind us

Our path crossed many yesterdays behind us
Where years of friendship are engraved
Where life’s moments are measured
Inside the memories we’ve made
You hold a special place in our hearts
That will always and forever be
We are blessed to be part of your journey
Sharing in life’s memories

As you look back in reflection

As you look back
In reflection
~ On the journey
Of a life well lived
Where memories linger
To warm you
And you find comfort
In everything you did
Recollect days of yesteryear
Breathe in each moment given
Relish in those significant moments
Some profound ~ and unforgiving
For each pivotal moment measured
Defined the path of yesterday
Engraving footprints for tomorrow
For every blessed birthday

The light of my life

You were the light of my life
Back then ~
As I rocked you gently to sleep
And still you shine
Inside this heart of mine
Where I fold all my memories to keep
A loving child you were,
Back then ~
Now a beautiful young woman ~
you’ve grown to be
You shine within your spirit
That spreads all over me ~
You were the pride of my heart
~ Back then
And still today you mean so much more
You wrap me in a warmth, only a mother knows
Every day ~ then as before
Thank you for all you’ve given to me
Every moment of your life
You mean the world and more to me,
Happy Birthday sweetheart ~ enjoy life!

Worlds apart in different places

As the wind blows across the ocean of time
And the burning orange twilight spans your world and mine
The sky folds the horizon, as a mirage of two
As the moon awakens, the sun smiles on me and you
Worlds apart, in different time zones
You sleep throughout my day
Your sun shines through my nighttime
And the wind blows; the trees sway
Despite the many miles of darkness
Your light in me will always shine
For you and I share years of memoirs
Moments that spread a lifetime
.

Truth to oneself - male

As you journey through life’s phases
~through the pages
of your time
As you reveal, conceal
the many facets of life’s rhyme
Truth to oneself ~ your inner wealth
builds the pride within your soul
So dignified ~ magnified
Strong handsome, and bold.
You are who you are
~ like no other
A Friend ~ a husband
A father, a brother
With dignity, accountability
Gentle and kind
Integrity, respectability
Honor refined

Truth to oneself - female

As you journey through life’s phases
through the pages
of your time
As you reveal, conceal
the many facets of life’s rhyme
Truth to oneself
~ your inner wealth
builds the pride within your soul
So dignified,
~ magnified
Strong ~ beautiful, and bold.
You are who you are
~ like no other
Sister ~ friend,
Woman ~ mother
Defined in rare beauty
~love and integrity,
True splendor within you
Colors your beauty

I raise a glass

I raise a glass of wine with you
To toast this special day
In honor of an exceptional woman
Who paints her life in a special way
May sunshine spread its warmth in you
To cover the path you follow
Wrapped in colorful moments
Scattered over your every tomorrow

The gift of a child

Of all the many blessings God created
There is none so wondrous
~ as the gift of a child
A creation so overwhelming
God’s miracle ~ upon you He has smiled
More precious than life itself
Mariah’s beauty ~ so adored
To watch her as she breathes,
~ moves her fingers
Is to see life, like never before
Love takes on a whole new meaning
As you feel her as part of your soul
Pouring sunshine into every moment
The purest blessing God can ever bestow
And as her wings flutter in the sunlight
And her softness slumbers in sleep
You’ll thank God for every breath she whispers
For every tiny teardrop she weeps

Today I realized how it feels to be a Nanna

Today I realized
How it feels
 To be a Nanna
How overwhelmingly
 closer
I feel to my mother
Wrapped inside emotions
Too vulnerable to express
Taken over by the deepest love
Right above the best of happiness
This perfect little angel
Owns my heart and soul
More precious than life itself
Like nothing on earth - I know
Nothing is more valuable
Than this beautiful human being
The greatest gift from God
This absolute purest blessing

Painted memories

As life unfolds your canvas
In hues of colorful thread
Your every pivotal moment
Is captured on a tapestry spread
As you float in the memories of moments
And linger in the world of your dreams
Captivate treasured memories
~ they are the soul of your being
For life’s memories are measured
By the heartbeat of what those moments mean
Wrapped, preserved and savored
To thrive within you, in all of your dreams

Lifes highway

As you travel along life’s highway
Realizing the speed of time
Where the road in the rear view mirror
Colors the journey you define
Where the challenges of your voyage
Have strengthened your inner force
Infused your every decision
Every choice you have endorsed
Enjoy the ride of your journey
Along the great highway of your life
Live each day to the fullest
To define the best of your entire life

Letter to my Mum

You would have loved your great granddaughter, Mum
She is like the daughter I never had
She's the most precious angel
And Marcus is such a wonderful dad
Nicole is a beautiful mother
Mariah is as blessed as can be
Two doting parents
Who mean the world to her and me
Mariah is the most gorgeous baby girl
I love her oh so much
I now know the emotions you felt with mine
The blessing of her precious touch
love runs through my viens, oh so deeply
As I hold her in my arms
It's like my second chance of motherhood
To enjoy - no stress - just calm
 She stole my heart
More than words can ever express
Her eyes so innocent and trusting
She's my piece of happiness

Pieces of a moment

Pieces of a moment
Become an hour,
… Creates a day
A week passes way too quickly
Into a year ~ another birthday
As you meet each day with purpose
Make every moment count
Fill each day with meaning
Complete your life ~ inside and out

Today is your day

Today is your day
To take time ~ just for you
To do what fills your heart
To be yourself ~ to enjoy “you”
  Cherish the beauty of every moment
Embrace the richness of yesterday
Define the hope of every tomorrow
To color your life
~ in your own special way

You hold a place in my heart

You hold a special place in my heart
~ A place where I can always find you
Where I can peacefully spend moments of time
Inside thoughts ~ wrapped around you
You are there inside my secret garden
Among the flowers that bloom
Where birds sing, and harmonize
Where the sun chases the afternoon
You are here inside my memories
That dwell inside my heart
My heart that misses so much of you
But we’ll never be far apart
I feel you ever close sometimes
Like you are a part of my soul
You live inside my heart
You have made me whole

Mariah's prayer

I whisper a silent prayer for you
Every night before I go to sleep
I close my eyes to see you
Inside the memory I always keep
My prayer will keep you healthy
Protect you from all pain
Where God’s warmth will always shelter you
Through the sunshine and the rain
He will hold you in loves refuge
Inside this loving family
Where peace will surround you
In loving harmony
As your wings flutter in the sunlight
And you slumber peacefully in sleep
I’ll thank God for every breath you whisper
For every tiny teardrop you weep
I love you beautiful Mariah ~ Love from Nanny xxx

a little birdie

A little birdie told us
That today they sing sweeter ~ because of you
That today is a special day
Where colors are a brighter hue
Even if the sky is grey
The sun shines inside your soul
Where the beauty of your spirit
Enfolds the magic of a rainbow
So, enjoy the melodic sounds of your day
That defines the beauty of you
Relish in the warmth of your sunshine
That embraces life’s story of you

Time and difference

No matter time and difference between us
Our connection is one and the same
Like family our bond is strengthened
By the past that built where we came
Our Relationships is like a flower
That blossoms and grows through time
Thriving by the ties that bind us
By the friendship ~ we defined

Painted Adventure

Our lives are made up of moments
That define and shape who we are
Life’s journey is a painted adventure
~ That colors our hearts
Places and faces touch us
Influencing, our lives 
Shaping each colorful rainbow
To flourish ~ to thrive
I am privileged to know you
I am blessed to walk in your path
Your spirit inspires me
 Encourages my heart

Beyond the shadows

Beyond the shadows of darkness
Above the clouds of your storm
You will find reasons, to believe in
To heal your emotions so torn
When the night tries to re-capture sadness
Untangle ~ seize control
Don’t let discolored and tarnished feelings
Drape the beauty of your soul
Struggles are part of life’s voyage
That challenge to make you strong
Your journey is still unfolding
As you explore where you belong
You are bold, courageous and beautiful
God will heal your heavy heart
He will guide you through the shadows
To bring relief ~ a lighter heart
I remember my yesterday’s nightmare
I know that God held my hand
He showed me the right direction
And HE will take you too - to what He has planned

You are strong - you are brave

You are strong, you are brave
You are truth to your soul
Beyond yesterday’s nightmare
Your inner self will unfold
Beyond the whirlwind of emotions
That sometimes strangle your breath
Where tormenting emotions
Will be the noise inside your head
Faith in your strength ~ in you
~ Defines your new beginning
Courage will support and lift you 
To keep you strong ~ forgiving
Your soul and spirit of beauty
Will be the truth to rise above 
God’s strength will feed your courage
To strengthen you with His love
He will support your weakest moments
Fuelling love to keep you bold
As you search inside your heart
You’ll find the truth within your soul

Light of my life

You were the light of my life
Back then ~
As I rocked you gently to sleep
And still you shine
Inside this heart of mine
Where I fold all my memories to keep
A loving child you were,
Back then ~
and now a beautiful young man ~
you’ve grown to be
You shine within your spirit
That spreads all over me ~
You were the pride of my heart
~ Back then
And still today you mean so much more
You wrap me in a warmth, only a mother knows
Every day ~ then as before
Thank you for all you’ve given to me
Every moment of your life
You mean the world and more to me, 
Happy Birthday sweetheart ~ enjoy life!

Purple Sky

As the weeping willow drapes against the purple sky
Tiny drops of heaven twinkle in my eye
Her leaves droop to skim the waters’ edge
Creating ripples that float and dance against the ledge
Cascading like a fountain, it shadows the horizon’s frame
A silhouette of beauty, against the glow of the sun’s flame
Swaying in the breeze, such graceful motion
Such beauty on earth, God’s gifts touch my emotion
Nature’s wonders ~ treasures of so much worth
True gifts of God’s creations; right here on earth.
As the butterfly’s flutter, as wide as her wings will spread
Against the blue horizon reflected in the sun’s yellows and reds
An amazing array of splendor, true gifts from God to me
Each creation so taken for granted in all of it’s majesty
So flawless in purity, nature’s richness in full bloom
I give thanks to the heavens, as I smile to the silver moon

My Silver Silence

I speak to the silver silence
~ as it wraps
the quietness of my world
I listen to the sound
of my heartbeat
As the clouds
~ around my head swirl
I search to untangle
my web of reasons
And the flowers
refuse to dance
I blow a kiss
to the moonlight
In hopes
he will take a chance
~ to glow in my shadow
of hopefulness
To unveil
the sunshine of my soul
To show me the path
of my destiny
To reveal my heart,
as one, as whole
Come take me with you
Far beyond the silver sky
Take me to a love of forever
Where I will find
my wings to fly

The emptiness of space

When you feel the emptiness of space
He left behind in his room
When you hear the echo of his laughter
Reminding you of yesterday too soon
Do not despair in sadness
~ let not your tears make you weep
For he will never entirely leave you
Your hearts are bonded ~ complete
Do not linger in empty sadness,
~ Only in the beauty of the memories he gave
Feel his warmth inside your laughter
Feel the beauty of memories saved

The Color of Life

The color of your life
Is in the rainbow
 that touches the sky
It's in the lyrics
of the songbird
Whispering a lullaby
It’s in the silken touch
of velvet wings
Enfolded
 in the heart of a rose
It’s in each glorious
 moment of beauty
watching a baby grow
So when the morning opens tomorrow
and the sunlight spreads her day
Let your heart live for each moment
On the path before you
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Anointed and Blessed

Anointed and blessed in the name of our Lord
Swaddled and bathed in His love
Her heart wrapped in loves protection
She is blessed from God above.
His hands will be her strength in guidance
His voice ~ whispering harmonic sounds
He will lead her, care for and love her
~ God’s little miracle He so defined
As she makes her garden of beauty
In the flowerbed, beneath the trees
She will linger in a world of magic
Beneath the stars, in the sun and the breeze
As you bless her life in God’s presence
Our prayers will whisper her name
Her wings flutter in the sunlight
As in baptism she is proclaimed.

Blessing of a child

Of all the many blessings God created
There is none so wondrous
~ as the gift of a child
A creation so overwhelming
God’s miracle ~ upon you He has smiled
More precious than life itself
So cherished ~ so adored
To watch him as he breathes,
moves his fingers
Is to see life, like never before
Love takes on a whole new meaning
As you feel him as part of your soul
Pouring sunshine into every moment
The purest blessing God can ever bestow
And as his wings flutter
in the sunlight
And his softness slumbers in sleep
You’ll thank God
for every breath he whispers
For every tiny teardrop he weeps

Family Values

All I am, I owe to my family
Where I learn how to live and love
All the treasures of being who I am
And all that I am made of.
You shape my very existence
Mold my identity
Give me a sense of purpose
In all life’s serenity
You support my decisions
Encourage and make me strong
You stand up when no one else will
To advise me right from wrong
We relate now to our own personal reasons
Of silent words that only we understand
We accept each other’s failures
With a smile and an outstretched hand
We forgive when no one else will
Wipe the tears we’ve shed from heartaches
We hold onto truth and promises
And erase the little mistakes
We lift up when others are falling
Provide a safe place to speak
With forgiveness and a trusting sincerity
Our family – is one – so unique

Yesterdays moments - better than before

Yesterday’s moments

Are today’s memories

Filled with tomorrows dreams

Live each day with purpose

Capture all that life truly means

Remember all the good times

Look forward to many more

Celebrate this birthday

Better than ever before