Safe Haven
the spattering and splashing of the waves from the ocean striking and surging, every movement
is like the rushing and rustling mess in my head, comes back bigger and greater with every
descent
and as I lay my head unto your chest
I listened carefully to the silent beating of your heart
I am in a placid state, undisturbed, unruffled, wave less
you wrap your zealous arms around me
in a tender whisper you say “rest now, my love, keep still”
there, in your loving arms, I found my sweetest and safest haven
p.s.
how do we heal amidst all the chaos and turmoil in our lives right now? how do we mend our broken hearts, our broken dreams and promises? we find healing in the comfort of our loved ones, in the arms of those who understand, those who care: they are our source of strength, our reason to believe in love and in hope. our family, our loved ones, our partners, our children, our parents, our siblings, our friends, our relatives and even the ones we see everyday who continue to fight and survive. and just like a tree we stand tall and firm, deeply rooted, unmindful of the raging storm.
p.s.s
things have been very tough lately, so i will be very slow with reading and responding to all of your posts and comments, but i will be back with my usual blogging/writing mode as soon as i am settled.
we pray for the world to heal as one.
Written for and inspired by the prompts of Kate and Eugi
Love the art work 🙂
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thank you it was from Eugi’s weekly prompt. she always have the beautiful photos and artworks
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I will look her up 🙂
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the gentleness of your heart is always evident in your words. even in your pain and chaos you offer comfort and rest to others. hold on to the strength of your beautiful spirit my gorgeous friend.
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thank you so much Gina, i am always happy to see you here and talk to you every now and then. your words are comforting and its making everything seems bearable.. send my love to your lovely trio..
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you do the same for me. I miss you and the girls. take care dear. will send your love on.
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keep safe Gina…
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Rest in those comforting arms, relax and be kind to yourself …😊😍 there’s hope, hope … as far as the eye can see…
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thank you Ivor.. our loved ones will always and forever be our safe havens..
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michnavs, I hope all is well or gets well soon. I like the stillness and peace of your poem.
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thank you so much.. we all hope and pray for a better world when pandemic ends
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I hear you , Mich. just stay put. Things will work themselves out.
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thank you yassy.. always.. keep safe in there
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Mich, I’m sorry to hear things have been tough for you. It seems life’s challenges can be overwhelming but we can’t let it get the best of us. Remain strong like the sturdiest tree and declare it your safe haven. Thank you for joining in and take care. ❤️
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Thanks Eugi..always..thank you🥰🥰🥰
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This is a wonderful poem Mich. love and support heals us from inside. Hope things get better for you soon. Love and hugs
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Thank you Sadje🥰
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You’re always welcome my friend
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Beautiful, and I love this: “you wrap your zealous arms around me” 😍🙏
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thank you Lia…keep safe in there
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Heehee I will do my best dear, hope you are too, keeping cosy. 🤗💕
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I’m so sorry that things have felt so tough, Mich. It’s such a hard time with so much suffering in the world. I hope those arms continue to comfort and support you. Be kind to yourself. ❤
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thank you Di.. the world is indeed in dire need of kind deeds and good thoughts… we just have to continue to hope and pray that we all heal as one
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Such a deeply moving poem, Mich. These are tough times indeed. Hang in there, Mich. We’re all here for you.
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Thank you Shweta…always..😊😊😊
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This is a love filled poem! We do take refuge in loving arms – spouse, lover, parent, even siblings and grandparents… I like to imagine the Holy Spirit as the “Great Comforter” wrapping me in a loving and safe embrace. It has gotten me through all kinds of troubles. (I still use the image when I’m in the dentist’s chair!)
As for trees standing against the storms – they have to bend with the storm else they will break. A lesson for us in times of difficulty. Learn to bend with the wind and send roots deep. And when the storm passes you will still be rooted and standing tall.
Hugs to you. I hope the troubles pass and you are unscathed.
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Aww thank you so much Val..i really love this ” I like to imagine the Holy Spirit as the “Great Comforter” wrapping me in a loving and safe embrace. It has gotten me through all kinds of troubles”….thank you always..😇😇😇
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That’s a lovely poem Mich. beautifully penned .. sorry to know things have been a bit tough ..I hope and pray everything settles and falls in place real quick.. sending lots of love your way ..
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Thank you so much..😇😇😇😇
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Loved your choice of words, it paints a beautiful picture in my mind’s eye!
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Thank you so much Mark😇😇😇
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Gina said it well, such sweet insight in the midst of your own turmoil!
And love that artwork, so cheery, just like you ❤
Thanks so much kind lady!
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Thank you too kate..always 😇😇😇❤❤❤
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❤ HUGS and a sudoku 😉
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So sorry things have been so hard mich. drink deep. Deep and long, of that well that is within you. You will survive. We all do, in the end. Even those of us without loving family and friends and arms to hold us. It is a rotten world at the moment. We can only hope for better days. Take care of yourself as much as possible. Underneath are alwaysbthe “Everlasting arms.” Much love to you my friend, across the ocean. ❤️❤️❤️
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thank you so so much Lorraine… the pandemic has affected us all in different ways and different levels.. and we will heal altogether as one..
sending you lots of love
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Mich please take care of yourself and your family they are the most important. Will always be there for you when you come back to blogging. Lovely and beautiful words so well composed and the picture was magical. Stay safe and take care 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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thank you so much Kamal.. lots of love
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Welcome dear Mich. Please keep us informed. God bless 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
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So true, SweetMich…we can all relate.
Always remember that loving heart and the 🎜 🎝 🎜notes it is beating with love to comfort you and give you hope and peace. 🙂
Sorry to hear things have been very rough for you. That brings tears to my eyes. 😦
My prayers join with your prayers and the prayers of so many other people around the world.
(((HUGS)))
PS…Rest assured that your words and the love that shines in them is so helpful to all of us! You are loved!!! ❤
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thank you so much Carolyn for your kind words always and for the hugs you are sending across oceans.. things are tough but we will altogether heal as on humanity
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Such a lovely, thoughtful poem, Mich 🙂 Take care and look after yourself.
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thank you so much Chris…
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Hope your settled soon.
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Thank you..
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Your welcome.
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Hey Mich, I hear you, things have been rough on my side too, feels so hard to keep it all together, I find myself so unproductive, disorganized inside out.
Please take good care of yourself, take your time to reply and read.Praying for the world to heal soon.
Much love and prayers.
Looking forward to hear from you but at your time.
Missed you ❤❤
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thank you so much dear..
keep safe too and take care out there..
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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thanks chuck….
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thank you Eugi
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What a beautiful post. May your internal strength and your loved ones be your safety net. Love ❤️ Joni
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thank you so much Joni..keep safe in there too
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You are very welcome, my pleasure. You too my friend. 💕❤️
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tough times but this won’t last forever ❤️ fighting!
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Thank you..🙏
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