Today might not be what it is
without yesterday being all
that it was.
In a succession of events,
unplanned or programmed,
rarely do we consider
what has happened,
as it happens.
Sometimes we speak less
about things that matter
as we think we have
more time, as such.
Oftentimes
we do not speak of
things we should
as they are happening,
in the time that remains.
In the time we are given,
the present persists.
10/15/2024 j.g.l.
Pick up what’s left of the shadow that has been trailing you for a week or three, the one you have noticed even when the sun hasn’t been shining as it should.
Of course there have been distractions (there always is), even as your nerves are beginning to fray, and all those anxieties still follow you, surprisingly so, on any old day.
Intermittent rain washes away hopes and plans dreamed on and diminished now. Still, you have the time and, more importantly, you have the mind to make it all happen. You’ve got something more important to say.
10/14/2023 j.g.l.
Poetry is power, and poetry is
a weakness, as much cowardice
as courage. A delightful
contradiction, it sucks at your
soul, and, like a fussy infant,
cannot wait to be fed. More.
Not to be silenced until sated.
Nourished then,
it so slips into gentle slumber,
life’s rhythm allowing dreams and
sweet solace, only to wake soiled
and screaming. Comfort comes
with a soothing voice, gentle touch,
and reassurance. Flesh and blood,
innocent for only a while, it grows
alongside you, until it stands
on its own.
Poetry.
You give it life, then it to you.
© 2016 j.g. lewis
I'm like a pencil;
sometimes sharp,
most days
well-rounded,
other times
dull or
occasionally
broken.
Still I write.
j.g. lewis
is a writer/photographer in Toronto.
There.
Sit, quietly and comfortably, where you are.
Acknowledge the gradient nature of progress as it happens with the shades of past days inflecting a presence we don’t often respect.
Take your time.
Feel. Where you are.
At the intersection of faith and contentment you will gradually find your way.
Think about it.
Set your intentions.
Now rise, slowly and purposefully.
Look up, not only with your eyes but with your neck engaged in mindful movement.
Release the stiffness in your bones, allow energy to radiate from the spaces between.
Let the weight on your shoulders dissipate as you allow the arms to simply hang as if they are not even there.
Inhale. Exhale.
Each breath is as important as the next.
Breathe.
Exercise thankfulness, first and foremost to your self and the effort you have just expended.
Hold that thought.
You have already begun to experience the day.
Gratitude will follow with your next steps.
Share that feeling.
Enjoy this day.
05/20/2024 j.g.l.
I’m like a pencil;
sometimes sharp,
most days
well-rounded,
other times
dull or
occasionally
broken.
Still I write.
j.g. lewis
is a writer/photographer in Toronto.