CELEBRATING CANADA

CELEBRATING CANADA

Let’s celebrate Canada every day,
not just July 1^st each year,
remembering how fortunate
we are to be living here.

We have so many opportunities
and also the freedom to choose.
Participating is what’s important,
no matter if we win or lose.

We can express opinions
on all topics to which we relate,
by word of mouth or in print—
that’s a big reason to celebrate.

Natural beauty is evident
in this vast country of ours,
rivers, lakes, mountains, forests,
meadows – I could go on for hours.

Appreciate all your surroundings,
both near to you and far,
whether you’re walking close to home
or going for a drive in your car.

Take a quiet moment
to be grateful, to feel at peace,
it empowers body, soul and mind
and allows stress to be released.

Celebrate with family and friends,
associates and neighbours too.
Be aware of your surroundings
and treasure each unique view.

Jean Kay

Have a safe and wonder-filled long weekend everyone.

INNER LIGHT

 

INNER LIGHT

Through aches, pains and challenges,
I can shine my inner light,
giving a message to others
that everything is alright.

My light triggers positive response
which energizes me.
Sympathy, pity and negative vibes
build up negativity.

I try, at all times, to be positive—
in my thoughts, speech and reactions,
creating a lifestyle that works for me
and not detouring into distractions.

Being with like-minded people
supports me, in all my roles.
I don’t waste time with Nay Sayers,
just be with those who feed my soul.

My inner light is powerful
guided, supported, cared for.
When opportunity knocks, and it does,
I willingly open my door.

Jean Kay
http://poetrytoinspire.com

This is the poem I shared on Canadian Business Chicks Nest BLAB session. The candle drawing was part of the poem’s creation.

Remembering D-Day

A tribute to D-Day

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LONGEST DAY

Photo by Jean Kay