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Liz Stevens Apr 2014
“The eyes are a window into the soul”

Eyes are the windows that we see the world through.
They capture the joy,
the sorrow,
and the pain of life
Each time we look at someone,
When we really look at them,
We get a glimpse of their soul.
Whether it be a stranger,
or the person that holds your heart.
When we peer into their eyes,
we see them for who they are.

Next time you look in the mirror,
ignore your physical beauty,
and stare into your eyes.
Look through the windows.
Behind them are stories.
Tales of struggle and triumph,
victory and defeat,
success and failure.
Each record valuable.
Each story significant.

Look into your eyes,
and see your soul.
That's where your beauty lies.





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Even though we experience times of struggle and doubt. We must never forget the that best is on its way.
Liz Stevens Feb 2014
No matter how many clouds I see
Because of you, I still believe in sunshine
When the past looms over me and shadows cloud my vision
Because of you, I trust the one with clear sight

When cynicism filled my heart
You showed me that happy endings are still possible
When I could not see the good in myself
You helped show me that beauty was still there

When fear stopped me in my tracks
You taught me to have the courage to keep walking
When my hope in society diminished to nothing
You taught me to be the key that unlocked the good

Because of you
I am me
A little messed up
But thanks to you, loaded with promise
To my mother, the most inspirational woman I've ever met. I hope that when I am her age, I can be half the woman that she is. I love you. Happy Birthday!
Liz Stevens Feb 2014
When quiet tears turn into boisterous laughter
and disappointment becomes joy

When my greatest shortcomings
become victorious achievements

When I discover that my troubles don't tower over me
and my worries crumble to the heart of the sea

When frustration turns to peace
and I take a sigh of relief

When I trust someone enough to open my heart
and unbreakable bonds are made

When I relentlessly pursue my dreams
because I trust the one who is watching over me

When these moments come to pass
I see the authentic beauty in my life
Liz Stevens Feb 2014
I never let you have my heart
But I gave you my emotions
I dove into your crystal blue eyes
And floated in a pool of your sweet words

Our talks seemed to stop time
I loved every second
As our moments together drifted by
My feelings grew stronger

One day I heard stirrings of another
And like that my emotions were tossed aside
Now at the sight of your face
I disguise how I feel

Maybe you knew how I felt
Possibly you didn’t
Either way
I will write my feelings away

With each stroke of my pen
I will forget your loving glances
Stroke away your sparkling eyes
And write away the marks you left on my heart

— The End —