Illusion of Death

Freedom is believing
and eventually knowing
that life is beyond our control -

that the Ego is simply a fantasy
and that Love is the only truth.

Freedom is happiness and joy
awareness and hope.

We all seek to be free -
but cannot seem to let go of
the prisons which bound us.

It is so simple to theorize about
yet so difficult to do.

So, I compell each of you
to start believing and
eventually start knowing -

that Freedom is Love
and Love shall save us all.

Surgery

So, I'm getting surgery tomorrow on my ankle -
and I'm not going to lie - I'm totally scared! Silly me -
I know in my heart of hearts that I will be fine and that
God has blessed me, etc, etc. but that doesn't change the
fear! Everytime I think about it, I have a mini panic attack.
My heart races, my head spins, and I feel overwhelmed.

I haven't been able to write lately - I don't know if it's just
lack of inspiration or if I have been too self-absorbed
(never an excuse -and the ego is a poor reason to not write!).
Either way, I am hoping if nothing else, that the surgery
will allow me time to reflect -and write some beautiful poetry,
since I will be home in bed with nothing to do! My mom is
coming to visit and to take care of me...(she knows I'm a big
baby and need to be treated like a princess!)

So to my few faithful readers out there -
I will be back....hopfully with more thoughts
of spiritual freedom!

XO
Jackie

Remembrance

Note: This was written a few years ago...but since the War is ongoing, I thought I would repost.

While the angry air floats by
While innocence is corrupted
While violence seduces soldiers

I close my eyes and remember you

Your touch simplifies loss
Your smile drowns sadness
Your embrace silences destruction

Touch me with your simplicity
Embrace my silence
Cover me with your love

I am holding
I am aching
I am waiting
To remember you