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| The violets were purple hallelujahs in the morning sun. ~ Marion Woodman, Bone |
I can't learn to be unafraid unless I face things that might make me afraid. As my friend Teresa reminds me, "It takes baby steps, braveheart." Today this baby stepped right off the ledge into outer space and now she's barely breathing.
WOMAN OF STRENGTH
A strong woman works each and everyday
to keep her and her family going
But a woman of strength looks deep inside
and to Great Spirit to keep her soul growing
A strong woman isn't afraid
of anything or anyone
But a woman of strength shows courage
in the midst of her fear and the unknown
A strong woman won't let anything or
anyone get the best of her
But a woman of strength gives the best
of her to everything and everyone
A strong woman makes mistakes
and avoids the same in the future
But a woman of strength realizes life's mistakes
are life's blessings and soars because of them
A strong woman walks
sure footed and independently
But a woman of strength knows
when it is best to ask for help
A strong woman wears the look
of confidence on her face
But a woman of strength
wears grace
A strong woman has faith that
she is strong enough for the journey
But a woman of strength has faith that
it is in the journey that she will become strong
A strong woman works each and everyday
to keep her and her family going
But a woman of strength looks deep inside
and to Great Spirit to keep her soul growing
A strong woman isn't afraid
of anything or anyone
But a woman of strength shows courage
in the midst of her fear and the unknown
A strong woman won't let anything or
anyone get the best of her
But a woman of strength gives the best
of her to everything and everyone
A strong woman makes mistakes
and avoids the same in the future
But a woman of strength realizes life's mistakes
are life's blessings and soars because of them
A strong woman walks
sure footed and independently
But a woman of strength knows
when it is best to ask for help
A strong woman wears the look
of confidence on her face
But a woman of strength
wears grace
A strong woman has faith that
she is strong enough for the journey
But a woman of strength has faith that
it is in the journey that she will become strong
~ Rhonda Redbird
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| dragonfly ~ symbolic of change. i have seen them in abundance lately. |
I don't have all the answers right now.
I don't have my words together.
I know this is the right path, but I won't pretend it is easy. It's hella scary. I kind of have that deer-in-the-headlights look. I don't have everything lined up perfectly, but I knew I had to take that eyes-squeezed-shut step in order to get momentum going. I'm exhausted now, and relieved, and really, really tired. I would love any kind thoughts or intentions or prayers, if you have them?
Xoxo ...
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| and then, the rainfall. |
covering you, beautiful sister, in a multitude of soul whispers and the tenderest of hugs. breathing peace to you and yours in the days to come.
ReplyDeleteHis will is mighty, though we may not know it yet.
you are strong, you are brave. and this is an act of both, precious one.
you are loved, sweet soul sister.
your encouragement is such a gift. thank you SO much.
Delete*gentle squeezes and belly kisses*
Rain, stepping in is the beginning and the perfect place to start
ReplyDeleteI am lifting you up, standing with you staff in hand
I stand to your right as to shield the softer part of your heart
that poem
I needed that tonight...thank you (she says as she pulls out her journal to write it down)
"But a woman of strength has faith that
it is in the journey that she will become strong"
I know this to be true and now I hold fast to that truth
you are magnificent♥
love and light
**soul sigh** thank you, lovely strong friend...i needed this, so much...i don't know what the days ahead will look like as i complete the terms of my resignation and draw new things to me. this is my opportunity however to follow my heart and do what i need and want to do, and discover more deeply what that truly is...
Deletelove to you.
From my corner I stand and take part in the web that is being woven beneath you. You are surrounded, dear one. In many, many ways.
ReplyDeletexo
you are such an integral part of that woven tapestry...thank you for standing with me and surrounding. xoxo
DeleteIt takes marvelous strength to do what you did. You will be ok.
ReplyDeleteThere are all kinds of strong though:
Sometimes a woman will work 2 or 3 jobs that she despises in order to ensure that her child does not have to work yet, but can finish school.
Sometimes a woman resigns because the call of her heart is the strongest.
These 2 situations and actions might seem different, but they are not. Both are strong decisions about what is important and what needs to be done and taking the steps to get it done; Everything else comes secondary; Every step is taken in prayer and faith.
It does not matter what the exact action is, the core is of strength, choice and from the heart.
It can't go "wrong" when it is for the heart, it might just take some unplanned steps along the way, but it is all in the journey in the end...
These words made me cry this morning. Thank you. I wish I could throw my arms around you right now.
Deletexo
I'm happy for you! It is so scary to start new things, take that first step. If you are listening to what is right for you, than you will be alright. Hugs and love sent your way, you are embarking on a new adventure!
ReplyDeletethank you!!! it always makes me happy to see you here *with* me. love and hugs back to you. you're so courageous and THAT gives me courage, too.
DeleteWoman of strength.... You are an inspiration. It's natural to feel apprehension and wonder - isn't that better though than staying and knowing it was not for you? It may take a journey to find what you are looking for but you will step into more beauty. I feel all the range of emotion with you... Fear, joy, excitement, apprehension, ect.
ReplyDeleteXoxo
YES. thank you for sharing in the emotion and experience...that you can relate to the feeling is a gift. SO much love to you!
Deletei always have prayers for you, my dear and lovely friend. i've been discovering that more often than not, the right path is usually hella scary in some way shape or form. but things often do get easier after you take that first step. hopefully. :P it's hard, though. that stepping out in faith. keep walking forward...there is a Hand that will never let you go. and my prayers and thoughts follow close beside you. keep breathing. all will be well. i love you. <3
ReplyDeletei just love you. thank you for your love and prayers...they mean the world to me.
DeleteSo scary, so rewarding, this has been a year of shining a bright light in dark corners, and looking at some really scary disturbing things, and embracing them, I wont say all the fears are gone, but I definitely feel stronger, and more fearless. I think your Charles Newcomb quote is very appropriate for you in this instance "Let us move on, and step out boldly, though it be into the night, and we can scarcely see the way" I have taken the same bold step to the bewilderment of others, but I knew in my heart of hearts that it was right, and required for the next chapter to begin, and it did, and it was fine, it was better than fine it changed who I was and what I wanted and expected for myself....Welcome to your new adventure.
ReplyDeleteoh thank you for reminding me about that quote! i don't always see it when i reply to comments so this was VERY helpful. <3 thanks for sharing your similar experience, too. its SUCH faith, isn't it, especially when others don't understand! sigh...yet here we are in bliss. xo.
Deleteshe will become strong.....she IS becoming strong
ReplyDeleteand so the journey begins♥
thinking of you
love and light
yes. :D
Deletefearlessly fragile.... i know this place. it feels so right for you...
ReplyDeleteyum.
sending much love and goodness to wrap around yourself xoxo
thank you, dear one. sending it right back to you, ok? <3
DeleteI'm proud and excited for you! Sometimes that scary first step into the unknown takes such long time coming, but girl, you did it! Woohoo! Celebrate! Sending hugs and positive thoughts your way. Something magical is coming!!!
ReplyDeletethank you so much! it helps to have your reassuring comment. :) thanks for stopping by and i look forward to seeing you again! hugs!
DeleteI just came upon your blog and it's amazing! :) I took the same leap that you did and have not regretted it. You're definitely doing the right thing for yourself if you can feel it in your bones! Something awesome awaits you around the corner! Much love, prayer and luck to you!! Thanks for your wonderful blog! :D
ReplyDeletethank you! it's lovely to meet you and i hope to see you again. yes, i can feel it in my bones. that is relief. :-) love to you today. <3
Deletelove. your soul has guided you here. has it let you down so far? a scary scary leap for sure. reminds me of when i flat out quit my waitressing job and had no where to go. then i was forced with making the decision to make things happen the way i wanted them to, or go be a waitress at another restaurant. you can do it. one step at a time. one breath at a time. it will be down right hard at times, financially and emotionally, but once you are past that, you will soar. stick with it even when you think you cant. YOU are telling your life what to do, and THAT is a beautiful thing!
ReplyDeleteoh what a beautiful and IMPORTANT reminder, dear you! it has not let me down so far....i'm learning (finally!) to MOVE and not stagnate...to close my eyes, take fear by the hand, and leap....and i find that usually fear lets go on our way down. love you so.
Deletebeautiful, amazing you. you are not a warrioress, you are a hella-fierce GLADIATOR-ess. You're not just standing in readiness, battling the things that come at you, you are taking your spear in hand and running full force AT them. Taking the offensive. That. is. Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI'm not only going to stand here and close this beautiful circle of support and love around you, I'm also giving you the biggest running hug/high five/YAWP of HELLYES that's out there.
Because this is big. and right. and fantastic.
and because nehemiah (the gladiator-mason) gives us the equation that strength is equivalent to joy.
and because i read this just tonight, and it's all for you:
'The courage to be is the courage to affirm ones own true or essential nature over against what is accidental in us. ... The affirmation of one's essential being in spite of desires and anxieties creates joy. It is not the joy of fulfilled desires [...] for real joy is a severe matter; it is the happiness of a soul which is lifted above every circumstance. Joy accompanies the self-affirmation of our essential being in spite of the inhibitions coming from the accidental elements in us. *Joy is the emotional expression of the courageous YES to one's own true being.* [...] In the ontological act of the self-affirmation of one's essential being, courage and joy collide."
- Paul Tillich, The Courage to Be.
love love and mad joy.
is it possible for every new comment of yours to become my favorite? because they do. this quote...dynamic and wildly YES!!! thank you for the gift of your words, dearest...you have given me smiles and joy and a laugh in my heart. thank you. xo.
DeleteI am new here....your blog is awesome.....the poem is inspirational....and I will be writing it in my journal. What a courageous woman you are.....a true warrioress! I join all of your friends in holding this space for you as you go forward and start your new journey. Love and Light being sent to you.
ReplyDeletecelia, you have touched me so much. thank you for your kind words and for visiting my space. i look forward to seeing you again! much love. xo.
DeletePrayers headed your way! It is so scary to be on the un-knowing end. I think Martin Luther King said something like, "Faith is the courage to keep walking even when you can't see the path in front of you"... at least, that is the basic main idea of what he said, and I keep remembering that myself these days. When you feel the pull and you know your heart is leading you somewhere greater, you must follow!
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe the strength of the women I am surrounded with. I look at you with the deepest admiration and a twinge of envy for your spontaneity. You look so beautiful wrapped in courage! Please stay close to me so I can soon look just like you...
ReplyDeleteprayer and blessing over your next steps! your poem reminded my of my daughter. huddling in the basement this week as a tornado whipped outside she said, "i am scared. and i am BRAVE." amen and amen.
ReplyDeleteOh my friend, I was where you are now almost exactly one year ago. It felt glorious and absolutely terrifying!!! Hugging you tight from Oz, wishing you perfect peace and unfettered joy in your newfound freedom KNOWING that the next good thing WILL come. SO proud of you. :-) So proud. :-)
ReplyDeleteOh my friend... wow wow wow. Thinking and praying for you right now as I type this.
ReplyDeleteTho it is scary, I am so elated for this new season for you! I so understand taking those really big steps towards what's in your heart, but also it's leaving a security that you have known as well.
"I can't learn to be unafraid unless I face things that might make me afraid. "
I loved this... yes yes yes! xoxo
*giggle*
ReplyDeletei love this. and i LOVE what's come of it. love you, dear friend.