Enter with a happy heart...

Welcome to my "Necessary Room".

Every person should definitely have one of their own, whether literally or figuratively. It's a place where I take a moment to pause and reflect. It can be for just one quiet, solitary moment. I can do absolutely nothing and just *be*.

I created this blog to share some of these "moments of solace". Thanks for joining me. I hope you enjoy your stay.

*ps: Please feel free to leave me a note if I am not home when you come by to visit.

**pss: I left some music in Conscious Corner for you to listen to while you await my return. BRB.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Conscious Friday: a little note to you...

As the end of 2009 approaches, I've been a little reflective. Next week, November 25th will be the first year anniversary of my Necessary Room. I have been utterly amazed by the friendships I have formed here in blogland. It's an indescribable feeling that touches the depths of my soul when I think of the joy I share with you. I want to thank each of you for maintaining contact despite our ridiculously busy lives, and for showing me such loving kindness. I do appreciate you and I hope that you enjoy the time you spent here with me as much as I do.

It's always very cool to share some tunes with you on Fridays as we raise our consciousness. I remain grateful for the many blessings we have, especially the opportunity to share life with loved ones who come and eventually must go.

I continue to pray for all those who survive each day despite the many inhumane challenges they face. Stand strong massive. JAH has not forsaken you. Better must come.

*Various Artists: Forever loving JAH compilation


*Have a Conscious Friday and a divine weekend.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

ebbs and flows...


emotions are like water

sometimes lying still, yet deep

and then there are times

when you meet a fork in the road

and a seemingly harmless trickle

becomes a gushing waterfall

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Inspirational Monday: t.h.e. s.i.m.p.l.e. t.h.i.n.g.s...

trust
hope
each day i see the sun

surprising packages received
in the mail, containing
mala prayer beads from a buddhist friend
peaceful meditation begins
listen to the sound of silence and
exhale

the joy of finding
handwritten love notes from my daughter
in the most unexpected places. bliss ;)
nature walks together
grateful for each breath of life
security, nestled in the corners of a loving home.

*You can find *the simple things* at Soul Aperture. Won't you join in or simply stop by and enjoy. Give thanks Empress Christina for always being so uplifting.

*Inspirational Monday is the brainchild of the Operation You

Saturday, November 14, 2009

the long walk *home*...


He deserves so much more
but here we are again
another fallen comrade
another victim of violence

The feeling, so empty inside
you never get used to hearing
the voice on the other end saying
You heard what happened to ______?

Friday, November 13, 2009

Conscious Friday: TGIF...

TGIF...indeed.

It's that time of the week again.
Time to reflect on our blessings.
Let go of worries and strife.
And just simply, live life.

*Sanchez: Never Dis De Man


*Capleton & Glen Washington: Jah Gonna Work It Out


Have a Conscious Friday and a divine weekend.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

looking up...


looking up

over the mountains

at the break of dawn

the smell of burning wood

permeating the misty morning air

stop. pause for a moment. inhale.

then exhale.

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Monday, November 9, 2009

a little hydro therapy...

a long, hot, steamy shower

a stream, trickling through the mountains

a puddle, after the rain has blessed us

a tranquil pond, lay in stillness

as empty trees bow their heads

in search of remnants

they once held

a reflection

of times

gone by

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Inspirational Monday: embracing change...

*click photo to enlarge*

the rush of water

relaxes my soul

even the branches

have reluctantly released

the leaves from their clutches

they reveal empty nests

where tender eggs once lay

the birds now perch on treetops

gazing over the valley below

singing the most beautiful song

to usher in the morning.

Friday, November 6, 2009

for the babies...


just as we treasure our own,
they treasure theirs.


hey, speaking of babies and treasures, I'm off for a peaceful stroll along The Mahogany Way. Would you care to join me for another visit to our friend, Darcel?

Conscious Friday: it can't wait...

children
soldiers
it can't wait.

*U2: Walk On


*Damian Marley: Burma - It Can't Wait


*Matisyahu: Burma - It Can't Wait


*Have a Conscious Friday and a divine weekend