the weight

For Annie
(in Christchurch)

When the days darken

And you think life grows short
and all seems to hard too carry.

Just breathe.

In.

Out.

It's the simple things that count.

Let go of worry and fear as they are

the distracters.

Not the love that already was.

And the light that still shines in you.

Carry not other's burdens

As this way you darken yourself needlessly.

Because you are not alone and neither are they

and help is always there when you want it.
Even if they are un-well. 
Even when things lie broken at your feet.

Picture yourself in a good place

As well as your others.

You will build it all

when you can see it again.
And you can carry yourself - always.

Gently breathe.

In.

Out.

eyeopener

You are the sun that shines your own self

upon this earth.

Whether you shine or whether you darken that light is your choice alone

Do not blame others for keeping their light as you deflect what is theirs.

they are their own minds

they are their own hearts

They can not make you feel better if you

do not wish this for yourself.

Standing alone is not being weak - It's embracing that which you are yourself.

It's tying your own shoe laces

It's practicing your own stride.

You can strut your stuff,

But do it for you

Don't expect a serenade from others.

As you will find

you do not need it

You have your own light

you hold your own heart

and that's where you will find joy again.

See differently

and you will understand

You have had all you needed already

all along. 

Be at peace. Others then will be at peace with you.