Too often I go through my days oblivious
Heedless of the beauty in the blue skies above me
Insensible to the beauty of the life beneath my feet
Trapped in my head and unaware
Thinking but unthinking
Self absorbed and unobservant
Not noticing the small black dots
On the ladybug’s back
Or even the ladybug itself
Deaf to the songs of the birds overhead
Blind to the brilliant colors of the rainbow
Oblivious of all but my small concerns
Divine One, wake me now
Help me be fully present
To the miracle of life all about me
Set me free
From oblivion
chopkins2x3 
Beautifully defined.
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Thank you kindly
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Your poetic words give me a heartfelt, seasonal lift. The times when we are unable to see beauty and nature, written words as yours, Carol are a true inspiration.
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Okay, you’re making me blush, but thank you so much. I so appreciate your comments.
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Well said! We are often oblivious to the beauty around ur. Mindless existence rather than mindful existence
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Life can be brutal at times so I guess we can forgive ourselves for those times when we are not fully present. Mindfulness is always better. Thanks Sadje.
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I know, it is a constant struggle in normal circumstances and in moments of stress, it is so understandable to not see it.
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For sure!
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MORE OF YOUR MAGIC, CAROL. THANKS FOR WANTING TO PUT ME FORWARD FOR THE SUNSHINE PRIZE BUT I AM NOT A ONE FOR PRAISE OR PRIZES AND IT WOULD BE BETTER IF IT WAS GIVEN TO SOME ONE WHO CRAVED STARDOM BUL THANKS CAROL, CHINA
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You are most welcome
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Reblogged this on LIVING THE DREAM.
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Please accept my sincere thanks
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How is your husband doing?
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He’s doing okay – the good news is that it looks like his kidneys are rebounding and he may not have to remain on dialysis. We know that day is coming, but the reprieve is lovely. Thank you for asking.
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