Month: April 2025

Poetry

Finally

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I can feel the sun and the warmth on my skin again and just be.

I needed this moment in time to just be still and listen to the noises all around me as they sing a sweet melody.

People who live simpler lives often emphasize the importance of being present and living in the moment. They understand that life is fleeting and find beauty in each passing moment. Unfortunately, many people rush through life, too distracted to slow down and appreciate what truly matters.

At this moment, I remember that I, too, need to slow down and enjoy this season because some things are changing.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2025 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

To slow down

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And smell the roses now that spring is here

Slow down and do not rush around doing too much, as you may become too overwhelmed to do anything at all.

To slow down and listen to your body and your heart.

To just be one with your feelings

To not stress anymore

To have a plan and stick with it.

To know that your word is your word.

Nothing will hold you back now, so take it slow so we can prepare for what is to come in a beautiful moment when we get there.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2025 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

To find

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My way back to you

With a cup of hot tea I begin to read books

I never finished because I got distracted by the many other things in this world.

To focus on the words in front of me with no desire to pick up my phone and get lost in the internet or my many phone games.

To breathe in the actual scent of printed paper.

To be inspired and delighted by the words in front of my face and to be able to take a sticky note and save some of that wisdom for another day.

I want to allow time to relax and be true as I get lost in a good book or two.

And even as I slip out of my present to be present with the words in front of me I know it isn’t all just for the pleasure of reading.

Because I’ve learned even in most fiction of books I still learn a thing or two.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2025 By Deirdre Stokes