Shadows
Do you see?
Slipped into the shadows
of your being, you have.
When sadness and lack
have settled within.
When comparison of
oneself with others
is the theme
of the day.
When appreciation
has faded and the
heart tightly closed,
you can be sure
the shadows have appeared.
When the light has
dimmed and you feel
smothered by the shadows.
Welcome the light back,
you can.
Remember all the times
Of living in the light
All the times of
joy and freedom.
All the times of
abundance and peace.
They are there too.
Do not forget them.
Remember those times
not with longing,
for this causes the
distance greater.
Remember those times
knowing they are
still there
simply awaiting
your return.
These thoughts are
the bridge that
connect the light
and darkness.
Comfortable you
are in the suffering
of the darkness.
The first
step onto the bridge
out of darkness
is the most
difficult step.
My gift to you
if you choose to see …
Life is a dance
with the light
and the shadows.
The dance of shadows cannot
be a dance sat out
if true freedom and peace
is the destination you seek.
For when you take the time
to dance with the shadows
with curiosity and patience
You will see that all of
life is a dance of contrast.
Have patience when
dancing with the shadows
of your being.
Love both the light and shadows
for one cannot
exist without the other.
Allow yourself to be free
and dance with me. – ©Camilla Downs
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Blessings,
Camilla
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“Words of Alchemy”, published December 2019, is a free-verse poetry memoir covering the last 6 years of my life. The poetry of nature, the poetry of healing, the poetry of appreciation, the poetry of love, in one beautiful book.
Amazing news! My 19 year old daughter, Lillian Darnell’s debut book, “Where Would You Fly and Other Magical Stories” was published January 2018. Learn more and order here.
Wonderfully exciting news! My 15 year old son, Thomas Darnell‘s book, Biggest Little Photographer is published. Be inspired! Learn more and order here.