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Morning Magic
dull-yellow, squared
numbers flicker into
focus
ten past seven~
way too early
again
a single moment
spent in blissful clarity
where I still allow myself
to see you and I as
you and I,
before my thoughts
realize my eyes are awake
and it is drowned, choking
on fear and resentment
I’m awake, I’m awake already
groaning in defeat
although I beat the alarm
by three full hours,
I roll over and begin
another day inside the frame;
a thousand small spells
taking the form of rituals,
yet looking a lot
like habituals
(cast upon intention
all the same)
shhhhh, best not to notice
my arms dance sweetly
in the air of the kitchen
as I bless the space
with gratitude
and midnight
Nag Champa,
opening blinds
waiting for coffee
numbers flicker into
focus
ten past seven~
way too early
again
a single moment
spent in blissful clarity
where I still allow myself
to see you and I as
you and I,
before my thoughts
realize my eyes are awake
and it is drowned, choking
on fear and resentment
I’m awake, I’m awake already
groaning in defeat
although I beat the alarm
by three full hours,
I roll over and begin
another day inside the frame;
a thousand small spells
taking the form of rituals,
yet looking a lot
like habituals
(cast upon intention
all the same)
shhhhh, best not to notice
my arms dance sweetly
in the air of the kitchen
as I bless the space
with gratitude
and midnight
Nag Champa,
opening blinds
waiting for coffee
Published 21st May 2021
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- Edited 18th Nov 2021 8:45pm
21st May 2021 7:08am
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31st May 2021 6:22pm
21st May 2021 4:07pm
Ritual loses its magic when it seems like a chore. But know this: pushing forward regardless, determined to pivot your thoughts will lead you right back into the magic that once was, and even more. Changing it up periodically is good too!
I love nag champa! It's one of my favorite scents, and so protective of sacred space. Here's to better days rewarded from dedication and commitment. xo
I love nag champa! It's one of my favorite scents, and so protective of sacred space. Here's to better days rewarded from dedication and commitment. xo
31st May 2021 6:22pm
22nd May 2021 4:36am
Dear L,
Lovely. A very sweet glimpse into a quiet morning with your thoughts and gratitudes. I really appreciated “ as I bless the space
with gratitude” that was very special because I do that also knowing everything could have been so different. Beautiful piece. H🌷
Lovely. A very sweet glimpse into a quiet morning with your thoughts and gratitudes. I really appreciated “ as I bless the space
with gratitude” that was very special because I do that also knowing everything could have been so different. Beautiful piece. H🌷
31st May 2021 6:23pm
Anonymous
- Edited 29th Jan 2022 7:45am
24th May 2021 4:26pm
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31st May 2021 6:24pm
31st May 2021 6:19am
31st May 2021 4:16pm
9th Jul 2021 7:33pm
I know how insomnia can be frustrating spending all those hours in the dark, tossing and turning. But I love the way you approached this, as if after the "suffering" the light will change everything (especially when the smell of coffee fills the house).
Great spill.
Great spill.
9th Jul 2021 10:03pm
I’ve learned to never underestimate the power of a fresh pot of coffee to set the world to rights. Thank you, Wally.
