Cozy warmth and soft touch
Settle into welcome comfort
A kind word or caring act
Favorite nook or restful spot
Special moments lift us too
Sun’s warmth and clear skies
Draw them closely
In contentment
Love reaches out
…in warm fuzzies
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Blink, yawn
At day’s dawn
or night’s greeting
Stretching, moving
Heartbeat and breath
Gathering the moment
God lightly
Touches our head
As to a beloved child
Swing high
Embracing wholeness
Gentle firmness, comfort guiding
Charlotte-Anne Allen
• We crave stability in life
• Being out of balance is unsettling
• A caring community supports each other
• A strong foundation is vital for moving forward
• Going it alone is not always the best option
• Sometimes we need a loving push to step out
• A lift is appreciated when you find yourself on the ground
• Rising up helps attain goals thought to be unreachable
• Being flexible reduces stress and encourages mobility
• Keep protection in place for safety and comfort
• Value should not be based on size or form
• Our Creator God is our strength along the way
Charlotte-Anne Allen
It was the time of the night
When we reach out our hands
To the One who is Lord of all
It was the time of the night
When we seek His touch
As a child held safe and warm
It was the time of the night
When we call out His name
From a heart of need or want
It was the time of the night
When we see how great
Is the One who gave His life
It was the time of the night
When we know God’s care
And hope has room to grow
It was the time of the night
When weary spirits can lift
For light… God’s love for us
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Filled up
To the brim
Full measure
…Complete
To the top
Not wanting
Nor lacking
…Abounding
God’s Fullness
Wide long
High deep
…Vast
His love
Surpassing
Immeasurable
…Fulfilled
Complete
Abounding
Vast
Fulfilled
Charlotte-Anne Allen
– Ephesians 3:14-21
Rainy chill and soggy gray
Dampness creeping with the breeze
Flowers huddle swaying wet
Looking askance, at spring’s tease
Where has it gone, our sunny days?
That welcome warmth is replaced with shiver
It will return after earth’s wet kiss
To grow and strengthen such as these
Charlotte-Anne Allen
A thought, a word, an exclamation!
“Blah” we say
When things are crazy…
Or do not go our way
Some days are “yay”
So bright and fair
Then comes those times
When “blah” is there
Oh, grateful for friends
Who encourage and smile
They stick beside us
Even walk an extra mile
Heed “Frog and Toad”
Accepting and true
There for “yays” and “blahs”
Together in all they do
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Inspired by “Frog and Toad” by Arnold Lobel
Smile and be encouraged!
Light’s warmth coaxing new growth to see
Emerging now and bursting forth so free
From winter’s long and dormant hold
Leafy fronds stretching, unfurling so bold
Responding to steady patience and care
Unfolding our leaves and learning to dare
In rich profusion of vibrant greenery
Bring joy to lighten each other’s scenery
Charlotte-Anne Allen
A hop, a skip, a jump we say
It’s not so very far away
To reach a nearby destination
Rise up and go, no hesitation
Inhale deeply gather and move
Getting started in the groove
Take things slowly enjoy the trip
Cool breeze sunshine and pause for a sip
Embrace life’s riches and rest your mind
Into our moments… treasures to find
Charlotte-Anne Allen
For an excellent meal, now leave no crumbs
A testament of preparation well done
Consumed with great appreciation
Coming together after contemplation
Now evidence of great worth and clout
We see crumbs that brought much help about
Good news perhaps or spoken words
As a symphony of music from joyous birds
Come together generously with our crumbs
Sharing, offering, giving whatever sums
Our bread, our cake, all morsels humbly given
Bring strength and encouragement for all the living
Charlotte-Anne Allen
