It is wonderful (yet I’ll admit a little scary) for me to be able to share something that I have considered so intimate for so long with my readers — my poetry writing.I love gardening and working on my self-talk so this poem is a good reminder for me to keep on weeding! I hope you enjoy it and I welcome comments.Weeding My Thoughts to Plant New Seeds
By Jennifer Mannion 07/08
I am weeding through
my thoughts
negative self talk
ugly words
that spread
as many weeds have
in the unattended
plot of dirt.
The big ones
come away easily
though tiring nonetheless.
It is these little ones
peeking out
now you see them
now you don’t
depending on the sun
rain,
the way the wind is blowing
that day.
I take hold
and pull
fully aware
and present.
They do come out
with effort.
I feel relief
at their release.
Time to plant
good thoughts
the flowers
to replace
the barren dirt
turned up soil
the result of
weeds removed.
Just seeds at first
but I see the picture
on the seed package.
I know they will ultimately
be exquisite.
I can visualize
in my mind’s eye
the awakening
to come
from deep inside.
The Universe provides
all the daily nutrients.
I express gratitude
for the constants.
The sun, water
air needed for survival
so fresh
given abundantly.
I am patient
mostly
as I wait for
new growth.
Anticipating
yet still pulling weeds.
Daily upkeep is necessary
to prevent
the weeds from threatening
impending beauty and
further development.
Finally I can see
they are coming
slowly it seems
at first.
Then suddenly
sprouting faster
than I could have imagined.
The absolute beauty of
the flowers
burst into life
colors, smells
everything feels new
when you look at
existence this way.
I feel the flowers
and myself
vibrating
with aliveness.
I enjoy
the magnificence
while understanding
there is still
work to be done.
Dead-heading
so new growth
can continue.
I give thanks
when I reflect on
the transformation.
The pure energy
and thrill I get
every time
I envision
the old weedy plot
and how far
it has come.
Since I am cognizant
of the weeds
they come less often.
There is less upkeep.
Growth will continue
as long as I am present, thankful.
How could I not be?
Change is
incredibly inspiring.
Beautiful, Jenny… thank you for sharing that! 🙂
Thanks so MUCH Lyman! I have no trouble sharing my thoughts or opinions on anything under the sun — but poetry has been something I have usually only shared with very close friends and family. This did have me holding my breath a bit before pressing PUBLISH POST. 😉 I’m all for facing fears though and am SOOOO happy you enjoyed it and stopped to comment. THANK YOU! Love, Jenny
So sweet Jenny… I love it so much. Its a great read to starting this week.
Thank you so much Susanno! It is a good reminder for me to read in the beginning of the week with my lists in from of me as well! 😉 Gotta keep planting those seeds and weeding! Love, Jenny
Thank you for sharing. I love gardening, too! Isn’t it great to see tiny new sprouts come out seeking the sun light. And so true, they suddenly start growing really fast at one point. They sure appreciate your weeding and caring.
Thank you Akemi! I am pretty certain my remembering my dream at all was due to your amazing reading and clearing so a HUGE thanks for that. I love gardening and for a NYC girl that couldn’t even keep a cactus alive I am very impressed with my gardens! My self talk is getting there as well….. all is a process and I will keep weeding and planting! Gratefully, Jenny
Wow Jenny … I felt I’d read my own growth process in that poem! Love the way you described it. 🙂
Hi Irene, That is so sweet and nice to hear! Ahh growth — it IS a process isn’t it? 😉 I am very thankful for how far I have come and I do try to be patient when I think of how far I want to go! Thanks so much for your nice words! gratefully, Jenny
awesome Jenny! – I love the analogy you you used to present your feelings to negative self-talk.
I am glad you shared your poetry with us 🙂
Hey Bruno, You are always so supportive — thank you!!!! It is greatly appreciated and I am very happy you liked the poem. 🙂 Gratefully, Jenny
Hi Jenny – That is a brilliant poem. I love the idea of negative thoughts being weeds and the flowers managing to bloom through once you’ve removed them.
Hi Cath, Wow, brilliant — I am VERY grateful for that HUGE compliment! (blush) Thank you for commenting and for your post on Akemi. I mentioned in my comment to her — it was the night of her “clearing” that I came up with the idea in a dream and actually remembered it the next day (not typical for me AT ALL)! I am really enjoying the community on your blog and your wonderful posts! Gratefully, Jenny
Jenny,
I truly enjoyed your poetry.
Interesting to see Layman here.
Another Brilliant Creator.
Keep up the good work and always wear that smile
Oops Forgot to mention you may enjoy my Garden Blog
http://www.2growtomatoes.info
Hi Chuck, I am glad you enjoyed my poem. I will definitely check out your gardening site…. I have a bunch of veggies depending on me this year! Lyman is awesome indeed! Thanks for commenting. Gratefully, Jenny
You are very welcome!!
You certainly have many talents to inspire people. I am glad you found the courage to share these beautiful words in your own special way. You are talented and loving and share much joy.
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Hi Liara, THANK you so much for your kind words. I do love sharing joy and my life lessons. I strive to learn and awaken more every day and BOY am I loving the journey! Gratefully, with love, Jenny
I enjoyed your poem very much. It shows depth and understanding of our personal growth, both of weeds and blooms.
I too do not share my writings or poetry w/ many – if any. I understand how hard this could’ve been, giving away such personal thoughts/feelings, so I appreciate these verses that you released.
Hi Crystal,
Thank you so much for your kind words. Yes with blogging sometimes the line between what I share and what I don’t is blurred. I usually go to thinking, “is it possible for someone to benefit from reading this?” for an answer. We all go through a lot of the same thought patterns and issues as we go through life just with different circumstances. When we share with others we are letting them know they are not alone and most will take some comfort in that knowledge. Thank you so much for your comment and for reading my writing! Love, Jenny