heal

mjdodd - simple truths - heal 2017

healing 

is warrior's work

but with all armor removed.

work for the brave

the trusting

the vulnerable.

to heal you have to give it all up - 

lay yourself bare

open

and step into what makes you

tremble.

and while you may be supported,

the work is your own.

healing your wounds

brings strength

resiliency

understanding.

with healing,

your eyes look forward

your spine straightens

your gait becomes steady and sure.

wounds untended

weaken your body

your psyche

your heart.

herculean at times

though the effort may seem, 

liberation awaits.

i'll hold your hand

whisper encouragement

cheer you on,

but you alone

must heed the call.

the world is waiting for you

and your time here is unknown.

sweet, brave heart

enter the arena. 

it's time to become

all you were meant to be. 

thoughts for morning -

mjd - rise awaken and shine 2015

as the sun rises

and the moon sets

may i begin my day

awake.

may i move through

each moment

mindfully

lightly 

and with clarity.

a heart

bursting with love

a mind

propped open,

may i shine

to lessen

the darkness

of another being's 

suffering.

daybreak - mar. 2015