Life’s in draft, remember it that way.
There’s still everything left, in life to play.
What is wisdom?
Set yourself free, thought you’d really like to read this one again, might be beneficial now that we’re approaching a New Year. Love, Clarabelle
Busy Lives
Wisdom is truth and we gain wisdom from being true to ourselves and listening to the whispers of our heart. In our busy lives it is so easy to caught up in routine and rituals, we often don’t take the time out for ourselves and we can very easily allow that to happen too much, it can then create a build up of frustrations, stress, having the feeling of chasing our tail and ultimately never truly feeling free.
What Can You Influence?
Today I tempt you to take some precious time out for yourself and think about what is happening in your life right now that, A) is serving you well and B) is not serving you well – now focus on what needs to change for you, what can you influence to make things better for you? The key thing here is to focus on what you…
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It’s a Changing World
It’s a changing world, it moves very fast.
Yesterday is now only, memories of the past.
Free a Your Soul
Free your soul, to the wind and air.
Breathe in life, put yourself first and care.
Happy Philippines
Thank you to all the beautiful people from the very beautiful Philippines who visit this Clarabelle Blog. I have now completed thank you poems dedicated to the following countries so far and today, Philippines, this one is for you.
USA, India, Canada, Romania, thank you, your poems are shared on previous blog posts.
Here is a Poem for the people of the Philippines:
Happy sunny people,
from the Philippines you shine.
On this Clarabelle blog,
In my rhythm and rhyme.
You bring me great joy,
Because you visit me,
One day may I step foot,
In your beautiful country.
By Clarabelle
Get a Plan that Works
I have a plan, a vision, a strong desire for changing things for myself for the better and you know what, the plan is working, it is starting to show me results in the areas I am wanting them.
I think it really does go to show, that you get more of what you focus upon, this is so true. You do have to put the work in though, but if it’s a strong passionate desire you’re working towards, then the work is never an issue and often the work is a complete joy.
I have a plan, a BIG plan and it’s working.
I urge you today to get yourself a plan, and then put it into daily action, yes, moment to moment, go to work on your plan – it may take some time but you will get there, believe me, YOU WILL.
What does your action plan look like?
Clarabelle
YOU Are Gold
Believing is Seeing, I wrote this poem last year for you, I shared it with you, I really love it, I hope you like reading it again. Remember, YOU Are Gold. 🙂
Believing is Seeing
The tide is turning, EVERYTHING is changing for the better, 2014 welcomes you with open arms, get ready to rock ‘n roll and take the challenge on…..success is on the horizon, I feel it for you, BELIEVING is seeing, make sure you do that. This next poem is inspired by just that and it is for YOU. Love Clarabelle.
YOU Are Gold
In every challenge,
there’s potential in you.
In every thought,
in all you do.
Believe the hype,
believe it’s true.
You are special,
So loved through and through.
A broken heart,
drowning in the sea.
Mind swirling around,
Set yourself free.
As the high winds howl,
like a wolf in the night.
Look for the stars,
They are your guiding light.
When you are the bottom,
the only way is up.
When shattered dreams,
feel heavy in your cup.
But one year on,
You’ll look…
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I Love It
I love writing to you, I really do, I just absolutely love it. I do hope that you see, read and feel that when you visit here, I hope my love for writing to you shines through.
Thank you for being here, I have faith and belief that you love my writing to you too.
Clarabelle
Christmas Miracle
What are your three Christmas Miracle wishes? This Christmas Hymn is versed especially for you.
Christmas Miracle
I feel a Christmas Miracle,
in the air,
I feel its magic,
so special and rare.
I feel in my heart,
it’s on its way.
I feel this miracle,
is here to stay.
There’s a miracle in you,
and everyone.
Christmas spirit is alive
and filled with fun.
Cradle in your arms,
love from within.
Your inner spark creates,
This Christmas Hymn.
Pray in the snow,
Frosty feet on the ground.
Know that your miracle,
Plays softly around.
Christmas is joyous,
The Angels are here,
To grant your 3 wishes,
And bring you happiness all year.
By Clarabelle
Missing at Christmas
Are you missing anyone very special this Christmas? I am, I am really missing someone right now and I won’t be with him this Christmas but I will be with him. every Christmas after that.
I try not to feel too sad about it because there isn’t anything I can do to change the situation this Christmas, so I keep my mind focused on all the other beautiful Christmas times we will have together. I also put lots of focus on what I do have to be thankful for in my life right now and there is a lot, a massive amount actually.
When I am having thoughtful “I am grateful” moments, I feel at peace, I feel inner happiness, serenity and very blessed. So if you are missing someone right now and they can’t be with you for whatever reason, think of what you do have in your life, right now and think of the blessing that is also you.
Love Clarabelle
What’s So Special About Christmas Day?
I am in a “Merry Christmas” mode, so I thought I would share with you again this lovely Christmas poem, which I originally shared with you on Christmas Eve last year. The words still ring very true. Enjoy the Christmas blessings that surround you. Love Clarabelle
A Very Merry Christmas To You
A very Merry Christmas to you, may today bring endless love to your heart, treasured dreams to your soul and forever happiness to your beautiful spirit. Whatever is going on in your life today, put any sadness on hold for the next 24 hours and let love, fun and laughter swell your heart with gratitude and the magic of Christmas. Today is filled with many miracles, they are surrounding you right now on this Christmas Day, close your eyes, open your heart and feel them. Christmas Day is so very special and so are you, believe that and let your heart smile inside.
What’s So Special About Christmas Day?
What’s so special, about Christmas Day?
Why all the hype? I hear you say.
Why celebrate, on the 25th of December?
Why is this date, one to remember?
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How are you?
Hi there, this is a rather more informal blog posting, I was just wondering how you were, are you doing okay out there or maybe you’re doing even better than okay? So, please may I ask you,
How are you today?
I’d like to know more about you. 🙂
Love Clarabelle
PS: I’m happily enjoying a lovely cup of Earl Grey tea at the moment, and it’s, well, just lovely.
Christmas Wishes
Christmas love to you. Thank you for being here, always. Merry Christmas to you. Clarabelle
Christmas Poetry: I Miss You Forever
This was a popular Christmas poem I shared with you on this blog last year, it is called “I Miss You Forever”, I love the meaning behind this one. If you are missing someone deeply this Christmas time, I am with you, you are in my thoughts. Love Clarabelle
Christmas Poem
Every day between now and Christmas I am going to share a Christmas Poem with you. The one below speaks from my heart this Christmas time.
Loved Ones
Christmas is a beautiful time to spend with your family and close friends and this is often a time when you also think about your loved ones who can’t be with you right now and I know you can relate to that, just like me.
This next Christmas poem is all about that and this one is dedicated to my Wonderful Dad in heaven, “I Miss You Forever”.
I Miss You Forever
I miss you forever,
forever and a day.
But it seems to get harder,
when Christmas comes our way.
I think of your smile,
I think of your love.
When Christmas is with us,
And you are above.
Kindness is in the air,
All I want…
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Stay Focused
Today, I will stay focused on my goals and I will get there.
Loved
I am loved deeply, and my heart knows this.
Today…
Today, I am strong and I can do this.
A Christmas Prayer
Here is a beautiful Christmas prayer for you. Christmas blessings to you this Christmas time.
A Christmas Prayer
May Christmas bless,
all you are,
People at home
and afar.
May love and warmth,
Be with you,
May all your family,
Be there too.
May good times smile,
on your heart,
May prayers of hope,
Give you a fresh start.
I pray for you,
In candlelight.
I pray for you,
This Christmas night.
By Clarabelle
Happiness is. . . .
Happiness is all that and more. Happy days to you, Love Clarabelle
What does happiness mean to you? I have tried to capture in this next poem, some of what it means for me. The sweet simple things in life are there to be enjoyed, I wish you a very happy day.
Happiness is . . .
Love for another
My sister and brother
Tea with my mother
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Reading a book
People watching, is a hook
Midnight stars, worth a look
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Holding hands
Marching bands
Walking on sands
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Swimming in the sea
Feeling free
You and Me
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Sun in the sky
Imagination high
Kites that fly
***
The falling snow
Having faith, to know
Creative flow
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A poetic note
An inspirational quote
Sailing on a boat
***
Dancing on the shore
Connected to your core
Happiness is all that and more
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Creative Imaginations
Creative imaginations, are like flowers in the spring,
Their beauty is forever abundant, I’m flying without wings.
Welcome Romania
I am thanking all the people from all the countries all over the world who have visited this Clarabelle blog. I have done thank you poems for USA, India and Canada so far and today I thank all you lovely people from Romania. This one is for you:
Welcome Romania
Welcome Romania,
To my blog.
In my wheel of life,
You are a cog.
You brighten my days,
Bring warmth to me.
My Romanian friends,
You set me free.
By Clarabelle
It Sparkles
Sparkles and bubbles, mind free of troubles.
Inspire
Inspire your heart, inspire your mind.
Travel the world, sweet treasures you’ll find.
A Mesmerising View
A mesmerising view, a friendly warm embrace.
True magic is within me, I take it to every place.
The Right Track
Fresh air on my face, wind behind my back.
Horizon in the distance, I’m on the right track.
Snowy Cairngorms, Scotland, A Wintry Wonderland
I had indeed a very very beautiful 2. 5 hour walk yesterday in amongst the snowy mountains of the Cairngorms, it was absolutely beautiful and to top it all off I spotted a stunning little doe deer, it was such a lovely surprise. I took a 1 minute video almost 2 hours into my journey. Look at how stunning Bonny Scotland is.
I Dreamed A Dream
It is good for you to have dreams, to have something in life to aim for, something in life that will inspire and change you for the better. I shared this poem with you last year entitled, “I Dreamed A Dream”, I thought it would be so lovely to share it with you today again. Keep on dreaming, Love Clarabelle.
Loch Lomond, Photo by Gerry Mitchell
Dreams
Dreams are for the taking, don’t let them lie dormant in your heart, set your spirit free, jump on that cloud and fly towards them. What are you waiting for? Just do it!! The poem below is inspired by just that. Much love to you today, Clarabelle
I Dreamed a Dream
I dreamed a dream,
thought impossible today.
The essence of paradise,
a beautiful way.
I dreamed a dream,
of hope and forgiving.
Captivating hearts,
extraordinary living.
I dreamed a dream,
of future smiles.
Love and laugher,
going on for miles.
I dreamed a dream,
it swirls around me.
A life changing dream.
I know this will be.
By Clarabelle 15 January 2014
Happy Feelings
I do hope you feel like this today, I certainly do.
“Swinging from the clouds so high. Dancing with stars in the midnight sky.”
Sometimes I Feel Like This…
A lot of the time I feel like this.
“I will fly, I will fly, it’s possible that’s why”.
Dreams…..
Dreams are for the taking, go now do the making.
Jump on that Cloud
I shared this poem with you 2 years ago on this blog on Christmas Day…..I feel it wants to sing out to you today again….”Jump on that Cloud”, Love Clarabelle
Merry Christmas Everyone
When we really stop and take a meaningful look at the beauty around us, only then do we see it and feel it. We have the power within us to magnify joy in each moment. Beauty is certainly in the eye of the beholder and I hope you choose to pause for a moment and open your eyes and heart to see it on this special celebratory day. This next poem is inspired by just that. Merry Christmas Everyone, Lots of Love Clarabelle.
Jump on that Cloud
The stars have no beauty, without your eyes,
Are the lights still shining? – Truth or lies.
Without your presence, nothing is real,
Nothing is enjoyed, no emotions you feel.
Paint a picture, of a world without time,
No space on earth, just simply sublime.
Let your imagination, stretch that far,
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Mr and Mrs Snowman
A little Christmas festive poem to you from me. May Christmas spirit rejoice in your heart forever.
Mr and Mrs Snowman
There was a competition,
Whose snowman was the best.
All the villagers took part,
This was a frosty test.
Snowmen of different sizes,
Displayed a smiley face.
They stood there icy proud,
In this marshmallow place.
But one thing that stood out,
Oh so very clear.
Was all of the snowmen,
Were alone this Christmas Year.
How can you build a snowman,
All alone in this town.
That’s not very fair,
His heart will have a frown.
No snowman should be lonely,
At this Christmas time.
They should be with another,
Sharing mistletoe and wine.
Then in the corner,
A house on a quiet spot.
Had two snowmen standing,
Beside a tiny tot.
Why do you have two,
Snowmen standing tall?
One is a lady she said,
Both going to the snowman ball.
Oh little one,
How beautiful that is.
Mr and Mrs Snowman,
Can share a Christmas kiss.
See them holding hands,
She whispers in the air
Mr and Mrs Snowman,
Now have each other to care.
The people they all smiled,
For indeed their hearts did melt.
This little bundle of joy,
Revealed feelings they never felt.
You are the winner,
A snowman trophy goes to you.
You ignited Christmas spirit,
Removing lonely by building two.
Thank you she said,
This is a happy day.
Now we’re all happy together,
Like one big family.
Mr and Mrs Snowman,
Were built to live together.
May the story of who made them,
Live in your heart forever.
By Clarabelle
A Helping Hand
Offer a helping hand today,
Give out your love in every way.
Attitude of Gratitude
Have a grateful heart….here is a poem I shared with you last year, it is always good to have a gentle reminder about having an attitude of gratitude. Love Clarabelle
How Grateful I Am
I was taking my mum to the hospital yesterday, she is fine, it was just for a regular 6 monthly check up to the eye clinic. The hospital was so busy and whilst my mum was with the eye doctor I pullled out my iPad mini and created a couple of poems. The first poem I wrote is below – being in the hospital made me think about how grateful I am for my own health and wellbeing and all the abundance I have in my life. May your attitude of gratitude shine brighter than the sun today. Lots of love to you Clarabelle.
Attitude of Gratitude
I am grateful for my health, and happiness in me
Grateful for the sun, shining so free
Grateful for the rainbow, with colours so bright
Grateful for the youthfulness, making me light
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For I Am Happy….
For I am happy, as strong as can be.
I have followed my heart, and this passion frees me.
This is my story…
This is my story, to inspire your mind.
Believe you can do it, you are one of a kind.
Step by Step
Step by step, bit by bit……keep going, you’ll definitely get there my friend.
Christmas Dreams
Wishing you beautiful and loving Christmas Dreams, here’s a Christmas poem I shared with you last December on this Clarabelle Blog….enjoy again.
Photo: Painting from Kelvin Hall Art Gallery, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
May All Your Christmas Dreams Come True
A very warm and loving welcome to Day 22 of sharing a Christmas Poem with you. Below is another beautiful poem for you to enjoy this Christmas time, it speaks of truth from my heart and soul. You are very special, each and every one of you and if you’re missing someone very special in your life right now, the words may resonate with you. May all your Christmas Dreams come true. Love Clarabelle
Christmas Dreams
I think of you, only you,
You’re floating in my head.
I wonder what you’re doing this Christmas,
As I lie here in my bed.
I dream of this, I dream of that,
But one thing is for sure,
When you are in my Christmas dreams,
All sadness you do cure.
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To YOU
To you, live happily.
Things Not Moving Fast Enough For You?
Things not moving fast enough for you? Then I guess the Universe feels you’re not quite ready yet for the amazing success that is chapping at your door.
“But I’m ready to answer, right now” I hear you say. Well what are you going to do about it? What?
You know there is always something you can do, I know you know that. Go on then answer, but please make sure you open the right door.
“How will I know?”
Because it’s the one that you are most excited about opening, the one that makes you truly come alive inside…….yes, that’s the door you must open.
Open the door to your dreams.
Love, Clarabelle
A Poem of the Heart
I’m sharing this poem of the heart with you again….I hope you enjoy. Love, Clarabelle
Just before I start my days work, here is a poem of the heart for you:
A Poem of the Heart
A poem of the heart,
especially for you.
To make you feel loved,
so wonderful and true.
A poem from my soul,
lifting you up,
Raising your spirits,
with a half full cup.
A poem of truth,
with a magical spell.
This poem is for you,
and I wish you well.
Wishing you a very beautiful day today, share a piece of your heart.
Clarabelle
Wake Up….
Wake up to your dreams and action today what you can. Clarabelle
Thank You Canada
As a special thank you to all my blog visitors from around the world, I am dedicating a poem to all the people from each country. USA and India were shared on previous posts and now it’s time to thank all the lovely people from Canada – yes you!!
My Canadian Friends
The red maple leaf,
On your flag.
Represents life,
And my “thank you” tag.
You’ve visited me,
Reading my posts
My Canadians friends,
You’re Perfect hosts.
Many miles we are apart,
Canada might seem far.
But you’re here in my heart.
By Clarabelle
In The Eye of a Needle
I am in poetic flow at the moment, this one’s for you. Sometimes I don’t know what these poems mean, I wonder what they mean to you?
In the Eye of a Needle
In the eye of a needle,
My soul breathes deep.
I see my heart,
Secrets I keep.
I bury my mind,
In a tunnel of love.
A cave with no light.
Blue sky with no dove.
It’s beyond the horizon,
Seems so far away.
Yet closer than I think,
Honest whispers I pray.
And on a misty morn,
The freshness I feel.
Both of us together,
This dream is real.
I hold out my hand,
Please take it with care.
A nurtured passion,
Leaves my soul stripped bare.
By Clarabelle
I Didn’t Know This!!
I didn’t know it, I honestly didn’t know this, for the best part of my life, I didn’t know this……I just didn’t.
Well, what is it, that I didn’t know?
I didn’t know that I could write, I didn’t know that I would want to write, I didn’t know that I was passionate about writing, until I started writing. I mean really started writing, regularly, consistently and being inspired to write on this blog.
It’s not that I didn’t write before, sure I’ve wrote many policies and procedures, I’ve written University Assignments, I’ve written Board Reports, I’ve written Client Summary Reports but and I mean a BIG BUT, to me, although they obviously were writing, they weren’t freedom writing, they weren’t my heart speaking and flowing with inspiring graciousness.
So to me there is “writing” and there is “real writing” and I am now captivated in the latter.
I am 41 years young now and I started this Clarabelle Blog at the age of 38, wow, has it really taken that long for me to hear my calling, for me to really truly listen to the whispers of my heart?? WOW!!
I guess it has…………………..and you know what, it doesn’t matter when in life you discover what your calling is, what’s more important is that you respond positively and do what your heart is telling you to do and in my case, I guess, it is writing……writing like this, yes, just like this, nothing too fancy, nothing too wordy, keeping it simple but full of inspirational wisdom with a poetic verse thrown in for good measure.
Isn’t life kinda funny, one minute you think you’re headed on one path and all of a sudden, something happens and you’re nudged up another path (notice I said “up” not “down”)!! Cos we’re on our way up here, right!!
I wonder what your heart is whispering to you…..I wonder? Do you wonder, or do you know the answer already to that one? I really hope you do and you are acting upon it.
Lots of love to you today, as always, Clarabelle
Do It With Pride
Celebrate how far you’ve come and welcome the journey of tomorrow. Today is your blessing, today be grateful for everything you have achieved so far, you’ve done good you know, you’ve done real good!! This poem’s for you.
Do It With Pride
The bells’s ringing,
I’m ready to go
Are you with me?
Bring on the show.
Smiles in your pocket
Hope on your back
Plough through all weathers
Get back on track
Start where you are
Think always good
Be kind to yourself
Don’t say “should”
Come on my friend
You’re almost there
One more step
A little more care
Concentrate, focus
Have faith in your stride
Go a little further
Do it with pride.
By Clarabelle
There’s a Champion in YOU!!
I wrote this blog article in December 2012 and I feel it is so apt right now….there is indeed a Champion in YOU. Believe. Love, Clarabelle
Life can be really really tough sometimes, it can throw you curve ball after curve ball, whilst you’re climbing up the highest mountain, in the toughest terrain and then just when you think you’re getting somewhere, down comes the avalanche!! You may not realise it, but this is where the lighting strikes, this is where the miracle happens….saturated in doubts and drenched in tears, your heart and soul gets to work and creates a special magic inside of you, which reaches out and touches the stars. When you feel the deepest pain, believe me, it’s the start of your healing. How do I know?……I’ve been there. The New Year is just around the corner, there is life after 2012, I see it is so very special for you, full of love and abundance. My inner calling told me to share this with you today…….sometimes we all need a helping hand…
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Rough Patches of Life
On the pathway to your dreams you are most certainly going to have to get over some rough patches. There may be a cluster of them all at once or more sporadic than that, over a lengthier period of time, but regardless they will be there, eager to put you to the challenge.
Are you up for the challenge? I surely am, it’s only a “rough patch”, how rough can it get?
Like stormy waters or a rocky road, these challenges make your adventure even more worthwhile because there are many lessons in these hidden bumps.
See if you can change your perception towards the rough patches of life, see them as part of the mystery, as part of the muscle building process for your inner strength. These so called rough patches, strengthen your character and prepare you for the mountain ahead. How big is your mountain? You see, I reckon if it’s not big enough, if it’s not scary enough, then you need a bigger, much higher mountain to climb and that means a bigger more ambitious vision for yourself.
My mountain climb is scary but scary in a good way, the challenge excites me and I see myself, ALWAYS getting to the top…..I am happiest climbing the mountain, especially when I look back and see how far I have come – wow did I really make that journey?
WOW yourself today with your big mountain climb challenge, go on, I dare you!!
Happier days are now, love to you, Clarabelle
Hey You
Hey you, I feel you need a little reminder of how far you’ve already come…..this poem is perfectly timed for you.
Hey You
Hey you,
Don’t give up
Be strong now
Fill up your cup
With happy thoughts
Love for the dream
On your own
Or one of the team
You can do it
Turn around
No going back
Up of the ground
Moment by moment
Day by day
You’re getting closer
You’ll win this way.
By Clarabelle
And then it Snowed!!
It’s rather snowy where I am in Bonny Scotland right now, I like this little festive poem which I created and shared last year on this Clarabelle Blog it is so apt right now. Enjoy the lead up to Christmas. Love Clarabelle
Winter’s Day in Scotland
Christmas Love
A very warm Christmas love welcome to you and to Day 8 of sharing a Christmas poem with you everyday until Christmas Day.
A Winter’s Day
I love to look out on a Winter’s Day, snow softly falling beneath the soft pink sky and unique tranquility in the air that you can really only feel and not describe with words. This next Christmas poem is inspired by just that. Stay snug and warm this Christmas. Christmas love to you, Clarabelle.
And then it snowed!
A child in the moment,
I look up to the sky.
A mesmerising pink,
I’m flyng high.
For in this beauty,
everything glowed.
Lost in the tranquility
and then it snowed!!
I run outside,
I wanted to feel.
Snowflakes on my face,
this magic was real.
Whiter than white,
but really not that cold.
Amongst this miracle scenery,
secret dreams…
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