Boo!

Life's not too scary.
It's what you make of it.

Sometimes,

there are ghosties

and ghoulies

and even monsters.

But there's nothing

out there

that you cannot

handle and overcome.

Have a safe weekend.

Taking tomorrow off.

I'll see ya Monday.

Tired

We are often tired,
not because

we've done too much,

but because

we've done too little

of what sparks

a light in us.

Very Simply

Do
more
things

that 

make

you

forget

to

check

your

phone.

:-)

Beyond

You did not
wake up today
to simply be
mediocre.

You were created

to be unique

and beautiful

and amazing

and bold

and a grand

difference maker.

Go beyond mediocrity.

Do what

you were meant to do!

Go Be You!

AHhhhhhh

A little Audrey for your Monday morning:

Pick the day.
Enjoy it - to the hilt.

The day as it comes.

People as they come ...

The past, I think,

has helped me

appreciate the present -

and I don't want to

spoil any of it

by fretting

about the future.

MAD

Today is
National Make A Difference Day!

I really shouldn't

have to say a whole lot more.

Y'all know me.

I'm all about

making a difference.

Leave it better

than you found it.

Do the right thing,

even when no one's watching.

Be the joy

for those who have lost theirs.

It's a great day

to make a difference.

Joy

Life
weighs heavy
on the heart.

The loss.

The ache.

The anger.

The angst.

The want.

Joy

lifts boldly

on the soul.

The chance.

The effort.

The love.

The peace.

The abundance.

There is joy

in a great many places.

Seek joy.

Thanks, Chuck!

A fabulously spot on quote
by Mr. Charles Dickens:

No one

is useless in this world

who lightens the burden of it

for anyone else.

Yes! Yes! Yes!

Choose Wisely

God wants you to know
that there are only
two ways to live your life:

One is though

nothing is a miracle.

The other

is as if everything is.

I know my choice!

What's yours?

Cousins

This is a quote from Norman Cousins.
It is not somber or sad,
but rather a kind of wake up call
to many.

Death is not

the greatest loss

in life.

The greatest loss

is what dies

inside us

while we live.

Get out there

and do

what makes your

heart smile.

Yup!

Do not know the author ...
but definitely know this is the truth!

Behind

every strong person

is 

a story that

gave them no choice.

Let's be Clear

A quote by James Clear
and something most of us
really, really, really need to work on.

Feel compliments

as deeply

as you feel insults.

My thoughts

There is kindness in a smile,
Hope in each selfless gesture,

Faith in every tiny step,

Love in every hug.

Life

I did not write this,
but I surely live this:

We are tender

and fierce.

We are soft

and strong.

We are fragile

and courageous.

Sometimes,

all in one day.

Hands

So, as I stated on a post, these words woke me up.
If you read my last poem - there is a vast difference.

Sometimes, there is deep and intricate meaning ...

sometimes ...

what is given to me is silly and lighthearted.

I'll take it all and share it.

Please enjoy!

Hands
by Lyn Marinello

You can show them to a face,
Run them, frantic, through your hair
Thumbs up when things are good
Two thumbs down when life's unfair
Pointer up for 'wait a minute'
'I love you's' three digits away
A purposefully rigid tall man
Screams that things are not okay
One finger ringed claims we're married
Four flicked 'neath the chin isn't wise
Two from eyes warn 'I'm watching you'

Four waved at the throat's your demise
We shake hands to keep our word
Do high fives to celebrate
Tap very impatient fingertips
When we simply cannot wait
We clasp hands in fervent prayer
On date, fingers intertwine
Wag them at another
When they may have crossed the line
There's congratulatory clapping
And wringing of the hands
Banging clenched fists on a table
Impels one to meet demands
White power's somehow misconstrued
From the simplest 'Okay'
Two paws, palms up has come to mean
'I don't know' in current day
Bunches fingers mean 'capeesh?'
A wave can mean 'Goodbye'
Hang ten is thumb and pinky
A wave can also be a 'Hi!'
Two fingers denote 'loser'
Two different guys gesture 'peace'
Turn the 'loser' on his side
Now you brandish a fingered 'piece'
Pointer and pinky can surely 'rock on'
You can cross some just for luck
Left or right, the pointer alone
Can direct you when you're stuck
Rubbing thumb and forefinger means money
Two hands cupped can create a heart
Right hand raised vows honesty
Lending one's a positive start
These fabulous little additions
At the end of everyone's wings
Are really quite communicative
Amazingly useful things

More Time

Spend more time
with people

who are good

for your soul,

not your ego.

Little

The little things?

The little moments?

The little memories?

The little laughs?

The little calls?

The little strolls?

The little conversations?

The little hugs?

They aren't little.

Full

Thoughtful

Resourceful

Careful

Successful

Delightful

Beautiful

Plentiful

Wonderful

Helpful

Mindful

Grateful

Peaceful

Playful

Useful

Faithful

Hopeful
Prayerful

Joyful

No More

I am fine - a little sniffly and stuffy, but fine.

I don't always know where the words come from,

but have learned to pour them out when they come.

Enjoy.

No More
by Lyn Marinello

I'm not being negative. Quite the opposite, in fact
I am simply pondering the weight, if any, of my impact
I try to live the motto: "Leave it better than it's found"
And, if you will allow me, I'll try further to expound
In the grand scheme of the universe, we're here merely for a blink
We need to focus more on action and far less on forcing what we think
If we spent the same amount of effort in acts of kindness and of grace
This little blue spinning marble would be a much more peaceful place
We cannot resurrect the dinosaurs, but we learn from when they were
The past is but a teaching tool, not a debt to be incurred
I've received what I have worked for. I've been passed over and passed by
It only spurred me to work harder; to try and try and try and try
There are things that I have done that I failed at really well
But I picked my sorry ass up each and every time I fell
There are things that I excelled at, so I strolled in that direction
Always pushing boundaries, challenging safety and protection
For nothing's ever gained from within your comfort zone
Both your mistakes and victories are things that you must own
So I walk eternally toward the light and I hope I shine on others, too
I'll gladly share my positivity, hoping a little adheres to you
I will share with you my struggles so you might not feel so all alone
I'll share my heart and my emotions. I am not a stoic stone
I will stand beside you when you need a little strength
And when you need to venture out, I'm but merely at arm's length
I will cheer your victories. I will care for you when you ache
I'll be steadfast by your side, know my support simply will not shake
We have truly very little that is really ours to give
Our word, our heart, our passion; an example in how we live
I've learned to walk away from the things that drag me down
And focus all my energy on the One that wears the crown
He's surrounded me with Angels, picked me up when things seemed mislaid
He's a constant, unconditional, blanket of blessing, love conveyed
You may judge my words and actions and that's within your right
But I've learned to walk within my truth in a pure and brilliant light
If you're within my circle, know you are etched upon my being
No matter to our differences, my love's not confined to agreeing
I will treat you pleasantly, respectfully and kind
Your soul is what I care about. I'm otherwise colorblind
Does a phrase of mine make you smile? What do you think when you hear "Lyn"?
Has my positivity lifted you up? My outlook lightened the trouble you're in?
If you've ever lifted my spirits, I am eternally in your debt
A kindness, however miniscule, is not something to forget
I've treasured every hug, every supportive word you've uttered
I'm appreciative of your clearing my path when it was cluttered
If you are my family, words can simply not define
The strength that you afford me; you are my heart, my soul, my spine
Shed no tears in my absence, I'm Home in the presence of something Great
Remember all the love we've shared. That'll make our reunion worth the wait
This is not written in depression, nor in a solemn state of mind
But to know that I'm content with the folks and the path that I've designed
I hope you've learned your value, your worth and the good in store
That you feel warmth and love with thoughts of me when I am here no more

Keep On

This is for my friends
(and maybe me - lol)
that are having a rough time
right now ... and always:

We can miss them.

We can mourn them.

But we cannot

die with them.

We have to go on.

We have to

remember them.

Keep on

loving them.

We have to

keep that connection

alive.

Until it's our time,

and we meet them

again

on the other side.

Signs

The sign
of a beautiful person
is that they always
see the beauty
in others.
The sign
of a gracious person

is that they always

pass on blessings

to others.

The sign

of a plentiful soul

is that they always

find a way to give

to others.

The sign

of a contented heart

is that they always

choose to love

others.

I am

I did not write this.
The author was not attached
or I would acknowledge.
I just think it's important
for the 'searchers' ...

It took me

so long to realize

that

I am

the only one

who can save myself.

What I was

searching all around

has always been

buried

deep within the dust

of my soul

and the marrow

of my bones.

Trust the Wait

This is not mine,
but so worth the share.

Trust the wait.

Embrace the uncertainty.

Enjoy the beauty

of becoming.

When nothing is certain,

anything is possible.

!

Stories

Behind

every strong person
is a story
that gave them
no choice

and allows them

the opportunity

to share a struggle

and pave a path

for others

toward victory.

You're In Control

 Hey there peeps!

Trying to elude technical difficulties and some other snafus, but wanted to make sure I reached out to positively impact your Friday.

Remember that we cannot always control the moment, but we can always control how we react to it.

Enjoy your day, your weekend and one another.