Red of fall
As it arrives with cold nights and even colder mornings.
But you enjoy it as the leaves fall all around, and the beauty of little things catches your eye now and then.
And you stop caring so much about the things you can’t control and focus on the things that bring so much joy and peace to you as the day goes by.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
Sometimes, we’re both right, and sometimes, we’re both wrong.
And it’s not always about being right or wrong
Sometimes, it’s just about being connected again that makes our differences not so challenging to deal with.
Only time will tell how much the trials of life we will go through to find our way on our own.
It’s like everyone else has already pulled away, but you stand by my side like a true friend.
So only time will tell how much longer we have each other back, but I know I won’t be counting down to the end, for life is too short not to take the risk of a friendship that feels true.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
To hope like a loss thread that everything will work out.
But then my true desire pulls me forward and there’s no going back now.
As the feeling is so strong, I can’t ignore it, and once I face it, it feels so right.
And all along, what was I thinking when this is what I was meant to do?
It’s like my plans were not suitable, and now I’m back where I was a month ago, doing the thing I love.
And I know now my plans weren’t God’s, and so on a wild goose tale I went.
Not looking around or about because I thought I was right, and life just laughed at me, and now I see how silly I was.
Oh, how I laugh as I open my eyes and enjoy the beauty of a new day. And I know I will never forget what a lesson I learned today.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
Want to stand out
But somehow, you found me anyways!
I’ve been playing it cool for so long.
I don’t know how to relax around you yet.
But I know when you’re around, it’s all smiles and laughter.
And there is no place I would rather be than smiling and laughing next to you.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
Is sometimes forgotten
As I rush around trying to get things done.
The books I was meant to read were forgotten
And maybe on this rainy day, I will sit down and read them.
And get lost in a world of make-believe and, for once, forget my worries and sorrows with every page I turn.
As I finish the books with a smile or a tear in the corner of my eye, I experience something new or just a moment of peace.
And cherish these moments I get when reading a new book and putting in some time for self-care
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
Life of uncertainties
It is a different experience for us all
For me, it’s not knowing if what I think/feel is my purpose in life.
But I know nothing else in life makes me react like writing does.
But still, the uncertainty about my skill level and determination is there, and sometimes, the doubt and feeling like a failure wins.
Even though I know deep down I’m good enough for myself. If what I write touches one person, then I know I’m a winner in my eyes.
When I write a piece, that feels like a part of me just broke free. And I genuinely think how good and authentic my words are. All my doubt washes away, but that feeling is always short-term.
If only I could live in that bliss of that feeling as the words flow right out of me onto the paper.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
like red is to be fierce, bold, and seen
And just maybe that’s what I like to be
But in truth, I’m more like the pale little blue chair. There, but no one cares.
I am not the focal point of the photo.
And I am okay with that, but sometimes I want to be seen and heard and not care what the outcome or judgment may be thrown at me.
All I know is that I want to be true to myself so that I will be in the front or the back, but I will know my worth doesn’t matter if others see me, but that I see me.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
Changed within me and I’m not sure how to feel right now.
I am torn between falling apart and putting up my walls to protect myself from the strange things happening around me.
I can’t fall back into my old ways, but I can’t keep saying yes to all the new things that sound too good to be true, either.
So here I stand, trying to be firm but not sure what to do about anything at this time.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2023 By Deirdre Stokes
To think blowing on a dandelion would grant me a wish
Now I know it won’t, but the fun of blowing it away is still tempting.
Looking back at those times when I was innocent, everything was so simple and beautiful.
Things are more in-depth, and emotions, feelings, and decisions can change everything around me.
The answers and questions become more, but I cannot ignore that something feels off, and all I wish for is for what is wrong to come clear.
I used to see so much, and now it’s all in a fog that feels like it won’t be lifting anytime soon.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2022 By Deirdre Stokes
Will come I believe it as I sit down and start to write again.
I see you in the future, doing what you love with a smile, and you care about everything in sight.
There isn’t a moment of your day that you have to fake it.
You are you all the time, and as you relax for the night, you know it will end well, for you are surrounded by like-minded people who care about you.
And you know now what you can control and can’t, and you don’t let those things hold you back anymore.
You are brave and embrace everything that comes your way. And I see you doing big things and crushing it for you and those you love.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2022 By Deirdre Stokes
day ends, and I go outside once again to look at the beauty of the night sky.
Which always helps me see the little blessing in life and be joyful about all I was able to do today.
And gives me hope that tomorrow will be better. All I must do is keep on believing and I can get through it all.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2022 By Deirdre Stoke
on a Thursday with lavender all around as I read a book I’ve been putting off for far too long.
To focus on me for once and not worry about anything else as I read this book from front to back in one sitting.
For I know if I get up and do anything else I will never finish and well will end up starting something new and probably not coming back for well a longtime.
Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2022 By Deirdre Stokes
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