Tag: Mindfulness

WONDERING EYES

Frederica R. Burrage

Would you rather                                                                                                 be blind and wise                                                                                                 or become stricken with dumbness                                                                 and be filthy rich?

Only fools seek more                                                                                       from everything                                                                                                   in the pursuit for happiness                                                                       instead of counting small blessings                                                                   already in their possession

Even with closed eyes,                                                                                      one can see clearly                                                                                             the meaning of life                                                                                             the purpose for living                                                                                       and find numerous reasons to smile

The wise see through discerning eyes                                                            They know the truth of peace                                                                           the secret to wealth and the power of love

If you are an inquisitive kind, then you too,                                               must continually seek knowledge                                                                       of your history                                                                                                 your culture                                                                                                      your family

Feed your mind!                                                                                          Success comes to dreamers and believers                                                   Wake up to realize- God is love                                                                         He provides for those who help themselves                                                   and those who give freely to the less fortunate

Visualize your goals                                                                                            tap into that stored energy                                                                            Your every existence is to be fruitful,                                                productive and generous                                                                             Always remember- fortune and fame                                                             are not the end game                                                                                            It is okay to be curious                                                                                     keep those eyes open wide                                                                              Your fascination with the unknown                                                               need not be contained                                                                                     Allow your wondering eyes                                                                                 to guide you for many miles                                                                              Let your imagination                                                                                     propel your spirit forward                                                                                but not to seek money or material gain                                                            Be in search of honesty behind lies                                                            integrity within humanity                                                                                grace and harmony                                                                                          that can be found                                                                                         scattered around the world                                                                               It’s alright to express excitement                                                                  with each moment                                                                                               Be in awe                                                                                                               as you look ahead                                                                                                     towards your destination                                                                               Enjoy every minute                                                                                                 of your journey                                                                                                 with wondering eyes

My personal mission                                                                                   consists of uncovering the secrets of little girls and boys                 shattering their fears and destroying the monsters that plague them

Children see their surroundings with wondering eyes                                 and to their amazement and surprise                                                      nothing seems impossible                                                                         Children require constant care                                                                              Children need support with their small ideas                                                and big aspirations                                                                                               It is our responsibility to nurture them                                                             It is our duty to remind them-                                                                          Go to God in prayer                                                                                              As long as we put our faith in him,                                                                   we will never be left in darkness                                                       Unexpectedly, we all somehow lose our way

With wondering eyes                                                                                             we can easily become disoriented

On your best day,                                                                                                  be a light to others                                                                                          Come to know God’s worth                                                                            teach the ignorant                                                                                        display kindness                                                                                           preach to the hesitant                                                                                      lead the weak with your wondrous sight                                                              be understanding                                                                                        remain patient                                                                                                      be true to yourself                                                                                               and stay humble

Fools deserve forgiveness.                                                                                 No one is perfect                                                                                               The meek will inherit the earth                                                                     Open your eyes                                                                                                those wondering eyes                                                                                         Be inspired                                                                                                         God gave us eyes to see                                                                                   eyes to witness miracles                                                                                      eyes to gaze                                                                                                           at each other’s amazing beauty                                                                       God had mercy on everyone

Our eyes have the ability to focus on our dreams                                          our wondering eyes                                                                                               are capable of seeing                                                                                  impossible things                                                                                                and taking notice of beautiful human beings.

Change your direction                                                                                      and Change your perspective!

Fight Depression

Frederica R. Burrage

Where are you

Hiding

Your mind’s racing

Quickly

Your body’s shaking

Trembling

I sense fear

Shame

Your stare is

Blank

I’m feeling little

Aggression

Fight for your

Life.

Emotionally, you seem

Broken

There’s nowhere to

Run

Let us in

Depression

Step into the

Sun

Come back soon

Please!

Everyone cares so

Deeply

God loves you

Believe

Trust in him

Recieve

Seek help now

Therapy

Conquer your demons

Recover

God is Life

Discover.

Me Too Am Speaking

Frederica R. Burrage

COCOA BUTTER MASK

I move with pride                    even though I hide                      the pain inside-                            I speak of shame                      not to defame                                or place blame-                        the embarrassment              was a detriment                          to my temperament-                    I didn’t choose to be a part of any movement or hash tag-      especially if the requirement meant that I’d be privy to sexual molestation-                It is with hesitation                that I proclaim            victimization-                    This is sad…                                  However, my aim                  is to lose the humiliation            that I hold inside-                        The resentment survivors carry, can vary                      from fear to anxiety-                  from depression to grief.            By standing up against abuse,  it’s a slight relief-                      Do I regret speaking up about the who touched me              that night? No-                              At the time (age 10),                    I lied and stated that                nothing was wrong                      but I cried-                            What made me think            that I could be strong enough    to say something,                      to tell my truth-                            When I did                                    I was not believed-                      It was not a reprieve                  It was a game-                              The only thing I achieved was  the name of  a liar.                      Him, he became the victim-      I tried to tell                                  that I was playing in Hell            with the devil                        with a grin-                                    He actually smiled at me            ever so gingerly                      like he was protected-                I felt neglected                          My family                                    did not help me                        My feelings were rejected-        I did not receive a hug,              a kiss or a pat                            on the forehead.                          I got yelled at instead-                Usually my mother                      coated our ills            with Cocoa Butter…                      it was better than pill-          This time, she seemed torn, confused, removed, worn.        I had nobody-                          My scars were infested              by sores                                      My skin bled with spores            of contempt.                                  I was used-                                    Even though                          years have gone by,                      therapy does not conceal            the harmful memories-                                                                        Prayer and meditation helps    to heal the clutter of emotions.  Forgiveness is key-                      I am writing my truth                to liberate me from hate.            Holding such rage in                  is not healthy-                              I pray that I can          shed some anger            towards this dead man.              I will forgive him one day-        My bruises are mine.                  Other people have died              trying to hide much pain.          I say ENOUGH!

My testament is to inspire,      to empower other people          to come forward.                        SPEAK UP!                          DON’T BE AFRAID!                      Seek assistance and put a stop  to this violent crime          before it repeats-                      It’s time to SUPPORT            each other-                                    LISTEN to one another              and mend scars                      that don’t fade-                          Let perpetrators know                their mistreatment won’t be tolerated and they will be punished!

#MeToo     #AmSpeaking            #Itriedtotell     #MyTruth

Reduce the fear                          of double victimization              by giving an objective ear        to someone in need.

About Me, The Poet

Frederica R. Burrage

I am a human. I am a black girl, who loves God. I’m able to walk on two feet and speak about my ideals and ideas. I’m blessed to be alive.

I am constantly learning and thinking of new insightful “food for thought” to share.

I love nature and all beautiful things (and some not so pretty things too). I believe that life is a matter of interpretation and I’m grateful to be able to see, hear and experience it all.

My interests in books vary but naturally, since I am a poetic kind of girl, I gravitate towards poetry and philosophy. I do enjoy a good mystery drama. As a newfound hobby, I have been buying lots of gardening books lately. They are mesmerizing as well as informative. I am a reader of anything that sparks my imagination to stay motivated in my pursuit of knowledge and happiness.

I am a writer of quirky and spiritual things. I am proud to be a newly published author. I write because it frees my mind of so many words that are fighting to be released. I am at peace with what I write about. My book is a collection of my sense of the world and its unique possessions. I am passionate about my book’s contents.

I know that everyone has a story to tell and I enjoy sharing and swapping tales. My notebook is a necessity to me and a special friend that holds precious meaning. If we were to be departed ( my notebook and me) I’d be torn to pieces.

Fill Your Jar With Joy

Frederica R. Burrage

Do you see the “Looking Glass of Life”, as half-full or mostly empty? Thinking with an open mind, we can transform our outlook on just about anything. Naturally, there will be setbacks in one’s lifetime. However, learning to adapt to stressful situations, we can prepare ourselves to heal in a healthy way and within a reasonable time frame.

Life is what you make it. If you fill your “Jar” with good things, then your focus will be positive. Everybody has a way of viewing reality- that is unique to them. If we all saw obstacles as too difficult to conquer, no one would be successful. Once you remove the negative influences in your Jar, you have to replace them with an abundance of positive energy. If everyone believed in overcoming challenges, opportunities would continue to be competitive and worth stressing over. You only have a fighting chance if you are able to hold your own in the war. The battle will be won by the fearless and most powerful. Use your inner voice as a strength. What you think… what you tell yourself… BELIEVE IT!

Being stuck in a rut or wavering on a sticky surface, is unhealthy. If time allows, you should be ready to make tough decisions when faced with hard choices. If your Jar is full of cheer and optimism, then you have options. Use your resources wisely. Don’t deplete your energy too soon or gamble on frivolous items. Once you tap into your stash, replenish it when you can. Never run empty because life rewards those who help themselves.

Maintain a calm attitude and be steadfast on your journey towards the fulfillment of your goals. Trust your intuition and practice good, mindful habits.

ALWAYS LOOK AT THE GLASS AS HALF-FULL… FULL OF POSITIVITY AND MEANINGFUL POSSIBILITIES. THEN, FOLLOW YOUR INSTINCTS.

Fill Your Jar With Joy! #MyPassionsin5Words