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
A sleepy child
Now snug in bed
For things we value
A place to repose
Cloak, belt, or hair
Prepared, ready to go
Love and belonging
Within caring arms
A small, fragile hand
Gently held by another
We can comfort one another
… With a simple tuck
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
Sunlight streaming
Through the panes
Casts a glow…
A wondrous light
Colors bold
Or soft and gentle
Life statements
… holy spaces
From ancient days
Of olden lore
History reaches
Out its hand
Speaks of faith
Of family and beauty
Determination, battles
Loss and gain
Natures touch
Through shining light
Built through stains
And earth’s embrace
Come settle before
Its silent illumination
Ponder meaning, mystery
Heaven’s quiet presence
Charlotte-Anne Allen
• Light is warmth and comfort
• Who we truly are is revealed in our words, thoughts, and actions
• Devote good works for each day, through sun’s rising and setting
• Summer’s warmth and sunshine lend energy
• It is very satisfying to rest after our labor
• Shadows cast can both cool and warn us
• There are times for movement and times for quiet stillness
• We are rejuvenated by positive faith, support, and encouragement
• Our eyes are drawn to points of light…
as to moon, sun, and stars of night
• Darkness flees in the presence of hope and security
• Positive growth and life emerge from the light of God
• We are like colors in the grand spectrum of God’s holy light
Charlotte-Anne Allen
– from “Reflections from the Everyday”
Much can be said for in “between”
Not here, not there but just so now
It’s in the journey, as we go
Learning, growing, wondering how
We discover here a new better outlook
To walk, to pause, to quietly abide
Gaining perspective where we are found
Misty vales, plains, or vistas wide
Not always content when in “between”
It can be worrisome and most unsettling
So, draw a slow breath and look above
Seek calm, gather peace, to cease fretting
Each day, each moment, is life itself
Time moving, ever turning in this place
And God’s Son who came between
Precious treasure… full of grace
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Such a creature
I do tell
Lounging happily
in your shell
Full of patience
And intent
Steadily moving
Though slowly you went
Surveying life
From bush or log
With occasional sniff
From a curious dog
Clambering up and all about
Buddies are important too
Basking in the warmth of sun
Life flowing …Each day new
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Round-and-round
Spinning with glee
Wind on the skin
And hair flying free
Mouth wide open
Eyes shining bright
What could be better
This wondrous delight
Knights of old
So valiant and brave
Riding their chargers
Now give them a wave
Zooming past
Now hold on tight
Or push and run
With all their might
Happy and dizzy
Seeing others flash past
They make a good team
…And a joy that will last
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Spring forth oh glorious morn
Now touch the light of day
Speak of cool rising mists
Of soft golden light
And quiet hush of dawn
Nature’s yawn
Soft indrawn breath
Upon night’s slow release
Of muted chirps
And curious inspections
At the rising of earth’s inhabitants
Stretch, turn, and wing aloft
Lifting, calling, gently reminding
Speak peace and hope and life
Spring forth in promise
Of God’s power and eternal love
Charlotte-Anne Allen
A quiet glade
A welcome respite
Cool shades of green
Touched with golden light
Gentle breeze sighs
Caressing heated skin
From early morning’s labor
Lifting damp tresses to freshen
A peaceful place
To compose mind and body
Rediscover wonder, and lighten spirits
Breathe deeply, stretch… rest in this tranquil spot
Charlotte-Anne Allen
