Turbulent Times

Turbulent times we live in,
Expressions found anew,
Disrespect, uncaring souls,
Violence through and through.

Chaotic times we live in,
Opportunities to reassess,
Our priorities and our values,
All we’ve chosen to suppress.

Changing times we live in,
Comfort zones blown away,
Will we seize the opportunity?
Let our souls come out to play?

We’ve little choice, the inside out
Has nowhere left to hide,
Who we are and how we feel
Just will not be denied.

Which leaves us feeling frightened,
Exposed and vulnerable,
Yet the truth of inner power,
Reveals a soul untouchable.

For many this is new,
Release from doctrine tight,
Not quite sure just what to do,
They hold on with all their might.

The need to pass responsibility,
With promises to reap,
Means ignoring the inner feeling,
Follow someone else, like sheep.

Turbulent times we live in,
Time to re-awake,
Our hearts and passions fire
The life we wish to make.

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© Copyright January 2015 – Robin McShane
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Time, Life, Hope

Time through brimming portals seen,
Obvious and yet,
So often placed in boxes tight,
Binding freedom to forget.

Tying places, holding scenes,
Keeping memory intact,
Yet through every moment fading,
We’re losing perceived fact.

In turbulent times, when all confused
Turn back for new direction,
How can yesterday, things meant for then,
Bring new hope and salvation?

Every moment gives new life,
Experiences to be shared,
Holding to past ways and means
Leaves nothing to be dared.

No growth, no freedom to express
The inner truth we hear,
Just other’s paths and other’s ways,
History and fear.

Move on, move up, where light awaits,
The call of spirit and soul,
Feel the life within you move,
Follow where it goes.

Life is ever moving,
Opportunities abound,
Those who live the moment
Find new portals all around.

 

© Copyright Robin McShane – July 2014