02/14/2020
Hello Lovely People!
I hope no one has felt that I have evaded them, as I was incredibly present while on sabbatical. Well, I am back and again accepting appointments!
I am so happy and grateful to have made it back home to my family and friends. I missed my kiddos sooo much that I loved them up non-stop for a whole week lol ❤ But I can’t help to reminisce on what a beautiful time I had. My private beach was quiet with only the melody of the native birds, the warm breeze and the soothing waves. When you can learn to quietly sit still, be present in the moment, and enjoy every little bit of life before you... this is where you truly cognize GRATITUDE.
Given so, one evening while sitting on my lanai and watching the sun melt into the beautiful ocean, I was inspired to write a poem about appreciation that I titled, “Gratitude” and I’d like to share it with you all.
GRATITUDE;
I have come to realize and appreciate,
All the things He has given me,
The love that surrounds my life,
And the faith that inspires me
I am grateful for this gentle breeze,
And for the sunset and sunrise,
All evidence of His magnificent works,
Oh, the little things others do not recognize
I am grateful for these waves,
The gentle lulling of the Maui sea,
A cool refreshing relief to my day,
That restores ease and peace inside me
I am grateful for light,
A pathway in the darkness,
A sign of hope and goodwill,
And a future so luminous
I am grateful for true friends,
Who believe in me no matter how crazy or blithe
Who lovingly correct my steps,
And speak logic when I am not right
I am grateful for words,
To describe awe-inspiring things,
To make others laugh and cry tears of joy,
Sounds as sweet as honey with deeper meanings
I am grateful for stories,
As they bring understanding,
Sometimes they educated and other times they create escape,
Lessons learned at that moment in time, others… in due time.
I am grateful for emotions,
They allow us to express what’s inside,
The universal language,
When words are hard to describe
I am grateful for the breath in my lungs,
For it is an acknowledgment that I am very much alive,
Whatever our individual circumstances and challenges,
It’s important to pause, take a deep breath and know, we will survive
Above all, I am grateful for the Father of all Creations,
Who masterfully created me into existence,
He’s given us soo many precious gifts,
His Son, Love, Hope, and underserved kindness.
Because I knew I was unworthy to receive that gift from above,
I’ll never forget the night He delivered a special gift to me,
Beautifully wrapped with love was the peace of God that surpasses all understanding,
Adorned with strength and courage that set my burdened spirit free.
The universe is a vast place,
Where everything should be appreciated,
The many things seen and that of which is unseen,
Times already celebrated and future occasions long-awaited.
Oh Jehovah, today I bring you so much thanks and praise,
And to you and only you, my wholehearted prayers and gratitude I raise.
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Hope you all enjoy it ❤
Hugs and love to you all.
Your Therapeutic Touch Practitioner (TTP), Nina
~ Agape
