January 26th, 2009 Mary B.
Well, it’s been awhile since I shared my thoughts. As much as I tried to not get pulled into the holiday rush, it seemed to happen despite my best efforts. The year ended without time for deep reflection, resolution making or even a determination of the overall result of the year …. was it a good year? or a bad year? Perhaps the year ended as it should.
For me, a better measure of 2008 is not in terms of good vs bad; it is in terms of what did I discover about who I am? Where am I on my spiritual journey? Who joined me in my journey? What lessons can I add to my ‘toolbox’? Some of these I have answers while others will take time to formulate and compile the right words to truly express the emotion.
On the whole, 2008 was a year of BIG changes. Changes in job, changes in relationships, changes in finances, changes in my definition of several long standing beliefs…well I think you get the picture. It’s a good thing I like changes:>} These changes opened new doors while closing one which was long overdue. It presented new opportunities, introduced me to parts of myself I had put aside and pushed me to exercise spiritual muscles I didn’t know I had. I reshaped some old beliefs which I had been dragging around for years and found peace while lost in the darkness. I found strength and unconditional love (and yes I mean unconditional) in one whom I had previously judged harshly. I discovered angels who live with us and guide our every step; we only need to listen in the silence and hear their wisdom. I’m still working on finding where silence lives within me, how to calm the busy brain and cease the rhetoric.
2008 brought even more sad news of a suffering planet with severe weather changes, depleted resources and contaminated food supplies. It also showed me people who on a daily basis go the extra mile to conserve, recycle, and take action when needed to right the wrongs. I met groups who pray for global healing and an enhanced awareness of how we each can help Mother Earth.
2009 looks from this perspective as a year of even bigger discoveries, inventions and deeper awareness. I’m ready and waiting…so Bring It On!
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November 26th, 2008 Mary B.
During this time of gathering with those dearest to us, and giving Thanks for our many blessings, I would like to share what is meaningful to me during this special season.
‘ Thank You ‘
I give thanks to the trees who release their beauty!
I give thanks to the flowers who refuse to stop blooming!
I give thanks to the palms which brace for an unknown season!
Mostly I give thanks to those who have walked beside me on my path,
those who have guided me, consoled me, loved me, pushed me,
and shared many perfect moments !!
May this Thanksgiving bring joy, abundance and eternal peace!
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November 21st, 2008 Mary B.
I have been struggling as to how to combine my love for gemstones and poetry. How can these two very different things come together and make sense? I pondered, performed numerous internet searches, and talked endlessly with trusted friends, and still nothing really clicked…until NOW! I love the idea of a delicate verse like a lustrous pearl detailing a perfect moment, a prayer for guidance, or a ray of wisdom. Therefore, I created my “Pearls of Wisdom” collection. In this collection, my jewelry creations are inspired by a vast star filled autumn night, a prayer for guidance out of a long dark tunnel. or those moments of walking in divine knowledge.
I’m still in the process of adding my “Pearls of Wisdom” to my site however I will share my words here. Again and as always, I invite you to add your insights and comments!
With Love and Peace, maryb
The Lushness of a Dream! by MaryB
Fill me with your courage, the courage to fully experience a beautiful day.
A day with no worries, no fears, no regrets!
Run with my heart into the wind.
Replenish my soul, fill it with freshness!
Remove these boulders which block my eyes
Fill me with the knowledge to navigate my earthly path,
so I may walk with brillance into the lushness of my dream!
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November 21st, 2008 Mary B.
It’s been awhile since I wrote in my journal…lots going on here! You know how life sometimes seems to be more than you can easily handle. Well, that’s what I have been feeling lately. I’m getting better a taking some down time to listen to the music of the beautiful fall days here in California and watch the afternoon breeze dance with the falling leaves.
This is something I captured yesterday during a perfect autumn morning. As always I welcome your comments and thoughts1
Hold me in your hands so I may feel life
and warm in it’s glow!
Let this fear run down my body
into glistening pools,
to be warmed by the sun and become one.
Lift this burden, heal these wounds,
so I may soar above these earthly problems.
Caress my face, dry these tears,
tickle a saddened soul with hope and cheer.
The arrows I have thrown have hit their mark,
dreams have been pierced.
A time to heal is NOW!
Dance in the light with me,
Release and rise to the rhythm of mother earth!
Flow to the sounds of beauty which surround you!
GO and be life!
Wash away false words,
listen to my silence!
Teachers with guide you,
wisdom is your tool!
Blame stands in the way of truth,
feel the sun in your soul to speak the divine truth.
Take care of the child within,
she needs him,
I have sent him, he is one of us!!!
Let me see the magic which lies in this day!
My path is bright and clear…take a step!!!
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September 19th, 2008 Mary B.
My husband is a pilot and based out of Honolulu while I live in CA. At first, it sounded good ugh…lots of ‘me’ time. He could fly when needed and surf during his down hours; I could totally focus on driving my jewelry design business and writing poetry. Well, that lasted for two days. It is very difficult for us to be apart however our paths seem to be taking us in two different directions. Mine is growing my business and becoming a part of the small community in which I live and his is to pursue his career with an island based airline. The separateness requires us to stay aware of the ‘health’ of our relationship, our role in that relationship and what’s going on within each of us. We try very hard to not let things go unsaid which could lead to harsh words, hurt feelings or out of control emotions. My husband has the patience of an oyster…so staying calm is much easier for him. Even though miles separate us, we are growing closer. When we share time together, it is a joyous combination of laughter, appreciation, enjoying our home and completing the ‘honey-do’ list :>}
The poem below was written upon his return back to Honolulu.
A time full of sharing, of coming together and beginnings has ended.
A silken sea of rolling teal waves separate us.
Places still warm with your presence hold precious memories.
Visions of your eyes brings a sense of serenity.
You exposed your soul to me during this season.
Purity battles with rejection as you search for your answers.
An unwavering strength is present, glorious and bright.
Sadness dances in and out casting shadows, some fade some loom in the corners.
Our souls merged oh but briefly to learn with each other.
The circle is strong and holds a wondrous future!
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September 19th, 2008 Mary B.
With this crazy economic week, my fears are riding high as my investments move lower and lower. Lots of judgmental voices warning of doom to come. However, a small voice stands firm in it’s commitment to living an abundant life. Perhaps abundance isn’t judged by the Dow Jones average or percentage return.
Media, friends, advisors…from whom do we seek the answer?
To compare self is human, yet is there truth in this comparison?
We must, yet again, look inside to find our definition.
Is Abundance the number of homes owned? or cars? or acquaintances? or ‘guaranteed’ returns?
OR, is Abundance a state of being? a never ending reserve flowing from within?
Outside news warns of bad unpredictable times ahead.
Does that deplete our reserve?
We must rely on our trusty internal advisors,
to be asute yet gentle?
to trust and stay the course?
to be diligent yet not attached to the outcome?
There is learning here with great rewards which time will reveal!!!
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September 12th, 2008 Mary B.
Life…that is…and all its’ parts, love, friendships, mystery, self and the unknown.
A day of discovery is upon me.
A day which will flow with ease gliding around rocks placed in its way with no resistance.
A day full of renewal, recharging depleted reservoirs.
A day to pay heed to the mystery and order surrounding each of us.
Serenity mingles with natures’ music in perfect harmony.
Bring it on…another perfect day!!
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September 12th, 2008 Mary B.
What is this I feel?
It is all around me, warm and bright, a silky blanket of golden blue.
It follows me and whispers in my ear, always loving, never judgemental.
Occasionally, I feel a nudge to follow this path, a voice saying “I’m here, don’t worry!”
The heart and brain relax and move to a gentle rhythm not heard by the ear.
Decisions fade and float upwards to be colored by the precious light.
What is this I feel?
Calmness supplants fear.
Love warms everything in proximity.
Beauty blossoms.
Divine magic lives here!!
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September 9th, 2008 Mary B.
It’s back…that sad heavy feeling. Fears run around in my brain…what am I doing…I should not have done this…I should have chosen another path. It goes on…the same voices, the same messages. However I know there is something which has to be heard, something which can be used as I travel my path. I must find the message from that deep pool of self-love and filter out the harsh judgement and criticism.
My heart is hard and oh so weary.
Life is heavy and full of disappointments.
I sit alone at the bottom of my deep dark hole.
Show me the way out, the path to light.
Fears come out to romp and play with insecurities.
I must pay note to find the message, the path out.
I must hear the fears and recognize the insecurities,
Only then will they recede perhaps forever or just momentarily.
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September 9th, 2008 Mary B.
The last few days has been all about releasing old stuff which has weighed me down and being open to receive from the universe. What a tremendous transformation that has brought about!!!!! The most authentic way to express my feelings is through poetry; this one is ‘work in progress’ and words will be added as they come through me!
Each moment finds me lighter.
Old familiar fears stand in the warmth of the sun and melt into glistening pools.
Showers of abundance surrounds this place.
Cool breezes soften rough edges.
A warrior appears strong, true and full of life!
Perhaps a protector, a visage of the brain or an old friend.
A cherished companion soars above opening years of history through keen eyes.
I seek my goddess releasing her from the weight she carries.
She appears surrounded by a veil of golden blue light, now free to bring forth!
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