In the quiet
In the stillness
Sun rising and shining
Being grateful and appreciative
Sometimes even that is not enough
But if your are Thankful for another day to try again
Another chance to love your family and friends
Another chance to contribute to the world making it better
Bright
Enjoy your day because you earned it

C@Rainbowchaser2023

Listening is a very important skill
With full attention and whole heart
Far different from hearing which is sometimes half-hearted
You are entitled to your opinion
That is as far as it goes
Tears are shed
Hearts are broken and may be healed
Along the way, it becomes incredibly clear that your auditory skills need to be sharpened along with your visual
Not worth bad dreams and restless sleep
Being introverted has its benefits
Being sensitive has two sides
Positive is better

C@rainbowchaser 2023

Despite all good intentions
You may mean well
It is their life
Try listening with no comment or agenda
Their way of thinking
Their way of going through the motions or not
Think before you speak and hit the edit button

C@rainbowchaser2023

When you come full circle
Revolving doors can be painful
Watch for sharp corners that might deter you
That includes people and places too
Others lurk where you least expect them
Shut the doors behind you for those who stayed a while, but their time is up
They no longer play a role in your life
Be grateful they were there at all
Take that deep breath
You earned it
It took a lot out of you to reach this intersection and plateau
You crossed it
Know that you did, but don't revel in it for too long
It served its purpose and down the road it will be a private smile that only you will recognize
Just remember this when you come full circle
You now know what matters the most, so take care of yourself
Those that will always be there for you are in reach even when you
are out of touch
Just look over your shoulder
As well as into your heart
When you come full circle

C@rainbowchaser2022

Change isn't always easy
You enjoy what is and what was
What is around the corner is another matter
Perhaps a narrative you would rather not deal with
Yet, you deal
Another four letter word
Not like the others?
Or is it?
The Constant.

C@rainbowcaser2023

When will it be your turn?
You can be good and exemplary
but somehow you are second best or come in third place
Getting out there is one thing
Getting yourself out there to stake your claim is quite another
Do you want to claim it?
You are about to turn the door on the **** of tomorrow
Will it be another turn?

C@rainbowchaser2023

Expectations not so much
Dreams to be conquered and enjoyed until new ones appear
Wet circles big and small syncopated as the umbrella plays pizzicato
as you try to stay dry
Damp and dreary for some
Invigorating for others
Leaving Starbucks with last sip of black iced tea in hand
Only walking in the rain

C@rainbowchaser 2023