With childlike mind
Embrace each day
I’m a dinosaur…
Climbing a mountain…
Or a cuddly kitten
Dreaming freely
Opens wide vistas
Things that could be…
Pathways more sure…
Positive contentment
Touch it now
Mind’s eye wide open
Curiosity, resolution, excitement…
Imagination unfurled
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Rushing forward,
Swooping back
Pushing pumping
Up and down
Sounds of laughter
Echoing rising
Lifting pausing
Catch your breath
Back-and-forth
Now gently sway
Calming floating
Happy smiles
Peaceful pastime
Simple joys
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Kind and peaceful
Offering a hand
Soothing and calming
Bringing good to the land
Sensitive to others
Forgiving and strong
Letting go of anger
When others have done wrong
Soft and cozy
Speaks of things sweet
Strawberry ice cream
Smooth cool treat
Bringing happiness and positivity
Optimistic and showing love … is sweet pink.
From “On Colors”
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Orange speaks of happiness
Relaxed and friendly, enjoying life
Joining neighbors red and yellow
Warm and comfortable, overcoming strife
It speaks of endurance and of strength
A glowing light in evenings sky
Fragrance wafting, juicy sweet
Tangy goodness sends the spirit high
Persevering ever forward
Creative bright and shining out
From One who knows our fears and joys
May our lives serve to brighten about
Lifting encouraging one another
Shining like that splash of orange
From “On Colors”
Charlotte-Anne Allen
● The right combination of ingredients brings out our best
● The blending of our experiences shape who we are
● Consider the ways you can improve yourself and then follow through
● Using a fresh perspective opens our eyes and hearts
● Making needed adjustments keeps us out of the rut and enriches life
● Memories are thoughts that bubble up and burst upon us, often at unexpected times
● Be true to your faith and commitment wherever you are
● A calm and even temperament is much to be desired
● Adding some sweetness brings smiles and shares happiness
● Begin all things with a solid base as you look ahead
● Establish positive routines for development and accomplishment
● When we’re feeling the heat, God’s Spirit helps us to rise
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Memories awakened
Stories told
Contentment reigns
When good scents unfold
Indoors and out
Eyes shut
Breathe deeply
Open mind’s door, and smile
Bold cinnamon and apple pie
Minty goodness and lemonade
Bubbling stews and filling soups
Herbal teas and fragrant coffee
Rain on earth and garden’s care
Freshly cut grass and flower’s bloom
Sharp freshness of new-fallen snow
Ocean breeze and mountain stream
Clean laundry and sheets on the bed
Suds in dish water and lotion for hands
Sweet smell of a child snuggled close
Scents to comfort and renew … Good scents!
Happiness
Quiet gladness
Appreciating the small things
Who one is
What one has
In need or in plenty
Rest for weary
Knowing ease
Body, mind, and soul
Encouraged
Faith received
Now lifting strong
Blossoms open wide
To greet the day
Shining beauty
Draws in warmth
Joyfully raises its head
Living fully in day’s light
Heart-shaped leaves
Declare love’s touch
Healing and happiness
Radiate for all who see
So may we too take note and
Live life as a morning glory
Family gathered
Friends Companions
New life born
Gentle touch
Food satisfying
Cool water
Home and shelter
Warm secure
Place of safety
Times of peace
Learning or teaching
Good books to read
Health and rest
Nature Gardens
Music Song
Laughter and Smiles
Felicity?!
Hmmm… What is that?
Some far-off place?
Perhaps a gnat?
What’s that you say?
Some person’s charm?
That’s not quite right?
Don’t be alarmed!
Let’s look it up!
We’ll check it out.
… An intense joy!
A cause to shout.
Or quiet calm,
Ponder deeply.
Great happiness,
Rising softly.
You said it well.
Gave careful thought.
It’s not something
That can be bought.
Spilling over
Now not empty
From heart renewed
Felicity.
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