There is something very peaceful about watching the rain fall.
Each of those little droplets feeding our little blue planet and everything on it; reminding us that while storms will blow into our lives and challenge us, they will also provide the greatest opportunities to pause, slow down and grow.
So accept those dark clouds when they roll in, knowing that nothing blooms or grows without the rain, including me and YOU ☔️ .
Toni O’KEEFFE🔆
She began as a trickle. As she started to flow in harmony with her environment, she acquired experience that made her stronger, mightier and wiser. She now understood her purpose.
She knew she was a unique and beautiful part of a larger interconnected system, that worked beautifully when everyone did their part.
This wisdom allowed her to trust the pull of the flow, to have faith in her journey and, to enjoy the ride.
“She”, is a raindrop. When she fell from the sky, she had no idea where she would land, which field she might help grow, which river, stream, or lake she might become a part of, but, she did know, that eventually, she would become a part of the larger, more beautiful ocean and, that knowing, allowed her to surrender, accept and be grateful for everything she met along the way.
We’re all tiny raindrops that fell from the sky, having no idea where we would land, who would land beside us or where our paths might lead.
We’re also part of this amazing interconnected cosmic system that flows in unison. When we stop pushing against the flow, and instead, let it pull us, this life journey, becomes so much more enjoyable.
Enjoy the journey you beautiful little cosmic raindrops.
Toni O’Keeffe🔆
You gaze outside you see them,
those dark clouds rolling in,
you know the rain is coming,
you feel it deep within.
You pull out your umbrella,
slip your gum boots on,
step outside, inhale the air,
this ache will soon be gone.
The heaviness you feel,
tears pooling in your eyes,
set them free, let them flow
with the tears-drops from the sky.
A license to slow down,
and block out all the world,
pour out your tired soul,
let your heart unfurl.
At first a salty trickle,
rolls gently down your cheek,
then the others follow,
and the ache begins to leak.
You feel the healing touch you,
it’s as if those rain clouds knew,
life was feeling heavy,
and you were feeling blue.
Teardrops from the sky,
can whisk your blues away,
allowing the light within you,
to shine upon your day.
Surrender, let them fall,
the hurt begins to fade,
to the rhythm of tiny raindrops,
in unison they cascade.
With each step you release,
all that made you sad,
after walking for awhile,
“It” doesn’t feel so bad.
What hurt you has now softened,
melting slowly to the ground,
carried away by streams of hope,
and that gentle tapping sound.
The heaviness in your heart,
the streaming from your eyes,
has now been washed away,
with tears-drops from the sky.
Toni O’KEEFFE🌹❤️
We accept the rain knowing nothing can grow or bloom without it.
When dark clouds move in over your life, accept them, let them pour, knowing every dark cloud brings opportunities for beautiful things to bloom.
Those things that challenge us, cause us pain, grief, or heartache, are also the things that allow us to grow, if we let them.
☔️
Toni O’KEEFFE 🌹❤️
Rainy Monday mornings, the perfect opportunity for rambling reflections☔️.
Outside, dull gray clouds drop rain from the sky, creating small pools of water on my patio. I’m snuggled inside, coffee in one hand, pen in the other and a fire warming my toes. My puppy Bo’ is also snuggled up, enjoying the calm a morning like this brings.
An array of birds are taking shelter in the hedge outside my window, popping out every so often to pluck a worm from the ground and take it back to the nest.
The wind and the chill provide the perfect opportunity to sink into a cozy ponder of thought. My first thought being; I am so blessed and grateful for this life.
The day also provides the opportunity to ask; “What did I learn or observed last week that will help me this week?” Hmm so many thoughts come to mind.
I observed a war that makes no sense. Young men, woman, fathers and mothers, fighting and dying for the deranged ego of a narcissistic leader. What if they all just put down their weapons and walked away, walked back to their homes and families? War is pointless. No one person should ever hold so much power over so many. War teaches us how fragile our lives, our way of life and our planet is. So this week I will live with a more grateful and compassionate heart.
Last week, I observed thousands, maybe millions of people around the world unite to support those in need and those who are hurting. These acts of humanity have reminded me that the human spirit has a huge capacity to care, to help and to love. We’re so much better when we work together. So, I will join others, when I can, to make our world a better place.
I observed the selfish and reckless behaviour of a few, bent on getting their way irregardless of the impact their actions had on others, cause disruption and chaos. Witnessing this type of behaviour reminds me that our actions, even when merely observed, can have a far reaching impact. Someone is always watching, observing and learning, including our children. Our actions can create positive ripples or waves of destruction, the choice is ours.
I observed how little it takes to make myself happy. A few stones collected from the seashore, a paint brush and my imagination, can clear my mind and keep me busy for hours. We don’t always need to have great expectations of ourselves. The best things are often simply things and simple moments, and the calm and contentment these moments bring.
As you start out this new week, I hope you reflect on what learning you will take with you, what type of ripple you create and what behaviours or expectations you will leave behind. Whatever you decide, I hope it brings you (and perhaps others) calm, contentment and peace ☮️.
Love Toni ~ 🌹❤️
The Whimsey Angel 